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

[schumigirl]

That`s funny Robbie, the last time Tom had the Lobster Bisque at The Palm, he said it was spicier than usual and different. I do hope they go back to their original recipe as yes, it was delicious and he would agree that Ocean Prime and Eddie V`s bisque wasn`t quite as nice, nothing wrong with it, but not as good.

Berries and Bubbles is the best!!

Yes, our competitive male is still coming....thankfully he knows what he is like so we can tease him about it. But, jeez....who cares.....it`s games......yes, we keep glasses well topped up in this house.......lol......and he does enjoy a cocktail, and grudgingly admits my homemade cocktails are better than his...through gritted teeth of course. His wife just laughs, she is not the least bit competitive, but does enjoy the games.

Have a lovely weekend Robbie.......

 

[J'aime Paris]

Lori........where was my cocktail????? Glad you had such a nice time and yes, it`s lovely some days having no plans......we do it often.....lol.....

No worries Carole! I had a cocktail (or two) for you!!

We finalized everything with the painter and he will start on Tuesday. I was surprised that he was able to start so soon, but he told us that he had someone cancel on him, so we grabbed that spot.

Dorm shopping was fun. B doesn't really need much. In Hobby Lobby she found a set of purple clothespin lights that she will use to hang photos. I sure hope the new roommate doesn't hate purple. Most of B's stuff is purple.


I think B is now planning on a May 2023 graduation. She could probably do December of 22, but that would require either summer classes or taking several 300/400 level classes in one semester. She does not want to do that again. She will probably end up taking several free electives her final semester.

Yum!! Those look so good.

Thank you.

Hi Tink!!

Thanks. I just hope I have more to contribute before October.

Ah, the joys of customer service. Hope you are able to get some time off to relax.

It's only 4:30, but I am thinking about dinner. We are having breakfast foods, so I need to start making the hash brown casserole soon. It requires an hour of baking time.

My DDs favorite color is purple too!

And I love a good breakfast for dinner!!

Good Friday afternoon Sans family
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I did thank you Charade. Having food Reservations was pretty much needed this time as it was very busy.




We did thank you Carole. Grandson and I had a nice vacation. .




Thanks Mac. Yes, grandson is a coaster fan. He really liked Velocicoaster, Hagrids coaster and always his fav Hulk.




The big New Universal Store at CityWalk is huge and they have a nice WWOHP section too.



Well hail no............Lynne that was some large hail stones in your hand that dropped in your area. That can do some damage to a car for sure.

Hey Tink . Hope you and your family are well. I’am sure you are Looking forward to your upcoming vacation

Carole sounds like you have a had some pretty warm weather in your neck’ of the woods and as always your food sounds yummy.

Happy belated birthday to everyone’s I have missed.
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J’aime Paris.... congratulations to your dad on his big casino win. Sounds like you and your family have been having a nice time at your lake house. Your daughter looks nice in her new scrubs for dental school.



So nice of you to share your cinnamon rolls. I like your fashion designs you made for your granddaughter. She is cute.



We returned home yesterday morning. We had a wonderful vacation. It was hot and busy, but this was the only time grandson had a break from football practice.

Don’t think I would choose to do vacation again at this time of year if I can help it. Really to busy. Had a nice mix of pool and park time which was nice.

Broke in a new Apple Watch so I was able to track the walk mileage and we did about 30 miles.

It was smoking hot on Tuesday at Hollywood Studios. The feels like temp was 105. Car said 109. We did get an afternoon spot on ROTR. It went down for an hour before our return time, but they go it up and running again. It was a pretty cool ride. We were glad for the cooler temps in the tunnel leading to the ride. Grandson really liked Galaxy’s Edge. He rode the Millenium Falcon 3 times and I rode it once. Once was enough for me. It was a bumpy ride.

The heat was so bad and there is not a lot of places to hide from the heat at Hollywood Studios. We drank plenty, but with the severe heat and all the walking we were sweating profusely.

We left about 3 pm and a lot of other folks were leaving too. It was just to hot. Grandson had had enough of the heat and so did I. I stopped to pick us up some Gatorade on the way back to the resort.

Did lots of walking back and forth to Resort as the water taxis were pretty much slammed all the time.

The big new Universal Store in CityWalk is really nice. They have a section for the WWOHP merchandise. They have expanded their glasses and dishware. I found some cute a Hogwarts salt and pepper shakers.

Sapphire Falls as always was very nice. We had a nice room overlooking the Lagoon. The maids are servicing the rooms now everyday.

The only mild stinker of the trip was our meal at the Palm. I have always had good food and service there every time I have been there with the grandchildren. The service was bad and the main course was worse. The appetizer and dessert were good. They were not very busy at all the evening we went. The manager was walking around asking how things were going. I told him we had not seen our waitress for almost a half hour. Our drinks needed be refilled and we were finished with our appetizers and needed to order our food. The waitress reappeared and apologized. We found out she had an assistant working with her that evening and he was MIA too. Oh well.

I had another reservation for the next evening there to. I canceled that. I was not in the mood for a repeat.

We took a day off from the parks Monday to look around Mall at Millenia and the Vineland premium outlet mall. Grandson found some things he liked at Gucci and something for his girlfriend at Kate Spade. We didn’t spend a lot of there as it was busy. Made our purchases and left.

We stopped at Portillo’s to get a beef sandwich on the way back to the resort. The new Portillo’s and White Castle is located on Turkey Lake Road. They have Portillo’s in Northern Indiana up near Chicago. They are known for their Italian roast beef sandwiches and hotdogs. We always make a stop at Portillo’s when up north for a roast beef sandwich dipped with sweet peppers. If you like roast beef you will like this place. Seems like folks are learning about it as they were busy.

Will load some pics from my phone.

Welcome back Robo!!
So sorry to hear about the Palm. That's a bummer when you are there for a special meal, only to be disappointed.
I always give them the highest praise too....

I'll take one of each please lol. Honestly, I'm a huge drinker...but today I could definitely use a couple lol!!!!

I can't wait to see pictures. Sounds like you had a great trip- besides your visit to The Palm. It always stings more when you know that the restaurant is better than your current experience. I know this is not the norm there...but with those prices....that would sting a little.

Honestly, I'm a huge drinker...but today I could definitely use a couple lol!!!! Was this a typo, lol??
No judging here!

Yay, Robo has returned and with pictures too! So glad you had a great time even with the heat and crowds. Sorry to hear you had a very disappointing meal. That cake looked delicious though. But bad service and bad coffee, yep. Not a second visit I’d do either. There are very good steak places not far from Universal.

It’s well after 5pm here Pumpkin, so have a drink for me.

Paris, enjoy if you do go to the lake this weekend. Yeah think cheapest I’ve seen for a big margarita was a dollar more. Yay for having a lazy day today.

Any other time, little one comes home famished, as the included lunch is usually said to have nothing she would eat other than a salad (that’s she’s sick of eating daily). Well today, I had soup and a fruit salad for lunch. While both were very tasty, I’m hungry. She said lunch was decent today, so she’s not hungry. Eh, I will snack if she’s not hungry. DH is working and so is older one. So dinner is ladies’ night. Guess it will be a later Friday night dinner.

And so, nothing better than a Friday night then to say,
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Woot! Woot!

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WOOT!

It was a nice get together with a dear friend! Long overdue...she has a demanding work schedule.

I draw the line at bad coffee. A shame that the meal was decidedly off there for you. For that sort of $$$, everything should shine. What other steak houses do you enjoy in the area? We like Charley’s on International, I’m told the celebration site is even better but, couldn’t grab a reservation at either site the last two trips. Staffing still an issue it seems. great to hear the rest of your trip with GS was a delight!

carole swiped your murder cat meme, it’s been getting 4 up across the board lol

wAtching Olympic opening ceremony after viewing the protests outside, fingers crossed they pull it all off safely there

Agreed! bad coffee is not tolerated!

@Robo56. Great pictures!

We went out for supper tonight. We hit a local pub/bar with the boys that had moved locations just before covid hit. Had a great meal. The boys did treat us to DQ ice cream after. I'm feeling very full lol. They just about had to roll me out of there and into the truck box to get me home lol.
No walk tonight as it's super windy and cold here again. Hopefully tomorrow NIS better.
Dh is watching YouTube videos and learning how to use his new toy. So all I hear is beeping and videos pausing lol. I'm just enjoying my book before I watch a couple more episodes of " A Discovery of Witches". Not quite like the book...but they have done a pretty good job of it.
Have a great night everyone!!!

Fun family dinner and DQ! Glad it was enjoyed!!

lol....yes, there are days like that at times!





lol...yes, it is quite a dessert.....Kyle loved it!!!




I know what you mean. Our 2019 experience of Ocean Prime was less than one would expect. We will go back, but not for a while.

The problem there was Magical Dining Month. The manager told us herself on a previous trip it is just mayhem in September, so we`ll avoid it then. It`s always busy of course, but so many are there for the cheap menu. We much prefer ordering off the regular menu, so going other months will be for us in the future.

BUt, you have to wonder how The Palm could get it so wrong when they weren`t busy. I hope next time we make it there they are back to their usual high standards.

Have you tried Eddie V`s? We really enjoyed it there and had a wonderful birthday experience in 2019 after Ocean Prime let us down. I`d highly reccommend it.





lol......it`s a good un isn`t it!!! I think that`s how I see cats in general.......my mum always called then the devil`s pets .......yes, mum hates cats, although hers is more a fear of them I think.




I`m always ready for the weekend.....although my friends who still choose to work say every day is the weekend for us.......true......

You get the best weather!! Although when we were in the 100`s earlier in the week.....I confess to complaining just a whisper.......but we make the most of it as you know for us it doesn`t last long!





Much cooler his morning, so will be very pleasant for our walk. Just us today I think the other wimped out after last weekend......lol.......

So, quick breakfast.......no bacon this morning mac.....but it will be having it tomorrow ..........going to have a quick croissant and fruit. Going to make Thai coconut shrimp soup for lunch when I get back in. I have some Birds Eye chillies ready to cut off the plant and will use them for added spice. Kyle won`t eat it so it`s just for us, no need to temper it down a little.

We`ll all eat Chinese in the kitchen and then go through to the dining room to play the game in there, then have some fun with either Trivial Pursuit or A Shot in the Dark......that one we like a lot. But, won`t be a late one.

Making pitchers of a cocktail we all like.......Jack Daniels, Amaretto, Pineapple and cranberry juice with a huge squeeze of lime and lots of fruit. I don`t like JD or Amaretto on their own, but all mixed together in a cocktail........lush!!! Only two are driving here so will make a non alcoholic version too.

But, the weekend is here.........

Have a wonderful Saturday ​

Your cocktail is close to something we'd call an Alabama Slammer....sounds super yummy!!

Ah yes, that weekend quiet house, with sunlight steaming through the windows. Beautifully bright out. 64 out, so another nice morning.

Hope you had a cooler morning too, Schumi. And what no bacon was had? Eeek. This is the day I’d take the time to make bacon for breakfast.

As kids are sound asleep, I think any bacon that is cooked may be more for a brunch or lunch. I can see little one making a BLT sandwich, as she is not fond of scrambled eggs that I’d be making with the bacon. And have some almost tired looking taters, so home fries will be on the menu too.

Hope your lunch was tasty too, Schumi. Eh, I’m hungry, so cereal for me now. By the time the kids are up, a full breakfast will be had.

And so, that just a relaxing day is planned. Have a return to do, and picking up some fresh produce. My fruit salad I made yesterday was delicious. Time of year some of that produce is from local. So decided to pick up some more fruit and tomatoes. May make some salsa too. Always tastes better the day it’s made, and a few days after too.

Thus, as I’m getting to watch the large screen, and sipping my tea, I hope this finds all the homies having that serene, super relaxing Saturday. And sending well wishes to those needing a get well thought, and a hug, for anyone that needs it.

Ooh, first countdown is now at 22 days. Yay!

My DH would eat bacon everyday if I made it. He has no self control, so I must ration it, lol!

Woot for 22 days!!!!









Cloudy and rain in the forecast. I think we will not head to the lake house today. I suppose its time to bring the suitcases up and start to pack for Boston. And I should make a few meals to leave behind for DH. He won't starve, but he's not a great cook either.
We are golfing 18 holes tomorrow and going to dinner with my parents. On Monday, we are seeing the in-laws and getting nails done. Last minute running around will happen too.

Salmon burgers and baked sweet potatoes for supper tonight. DH asked if we have plans for tonight. We have a few options, but I'm kinda not in the mood to do much. Maybe I'll pep up as the day goes by.

Sweet Saturday Y'all!!

 

[J'aime Paris]

Came home and made the soup I had promised Tom......Thai Coconut Shrimp soup.

I used my own red chillies and chives from our garden for the paste and garnish which is always lovely. I did add a whole chilli pepper for garnish but it sank.....I`ll never be artistic I`m afraid. It was delicious, and very light but fragrant, and there really are a lot of shrimps in there......

Lori.....it was hot

Beautiful presentation Carole!!
I see a lot of spicy bits floating around in there, lol!
Bet it was wonderful!

 

[Pumpkin1172]

Honestly, I'm a huge drinker...but today I could definitely use a couple lol!!!! Was this a typo, lol??
No judging here!

OMG....no....I rarely drink!!!! I better go change that . Dh just celebrates 14 yes of sobriety at the beginning of July ..so I honestly don't drink much because of that. Good lord...u guess that's what happens when you don't proof read lol

 

[keishashadow]

this far today I’ve given the pooch a bath, next up to comb out his hair. Gets so knotted afterwards. Have been keeping him in a tight puppy cut as haven’t had time to groom long hair daily. Lucky I do my own some days lol

Then, had to run out to grocery again today to grab smoked sausage. Middle DS’s BD week (we stretch out any occasion in my family to celebrate), he asked months ago if I’d make him a shellfish boil. Wish me luck!

Is everyone ready for the weekend?

Rarely, I tend to just dive in & see where the current takes me what’s in the horizon for you?

The problem there was Magical Dining Month. The manager told us herself on a previous trip it is just mayhem in September, so we`ll avoid it then. It`s always busy of course, but so many are there for the cheap menu. We much prefer ordering off the regular menu, so going other months will be for us in the future.

I do think they over extend themselves as to bookings & overall experience can easily suffer

A Shot in the Dark......that one we like a lot. But, won`t be a late one.

Never heard of this game

Jack Daniels, Amaretto, Pineapple and cranberry juice with a huge squeeze of lime and lots of fruit. I don`t like JD or Amaretto on their own, but all mixed together in a cocktail........lush!!! Only two are driving here so will make a non alcoholic version too.

Not a fan of either generally either, the smell of both out me off for some reason

My fruit salad I made yesterday was delicious.

Do u put a syrup of some sort on yours? Have never found one I really enjoy. Generally just cut up fruit

Sorry lynne but I ate up all Schumigirl bacon

All gone lol

The lobster bisque was extremely spicy. I really like lobster bisque and have had it at the Palm many times. This was not the same.

Yep it changed fir the worse

had the most delicious New York strip steak at Amatista Cookhouse a couple of years ago.

Have never had a bad dish or service there. Since they dropped the dining transport haven’t been back, not a fan of idea of changing boats to get there

the last time Tom had the Lobster Bisque at The Palm, he said it was spicier than usual and different.

I didn’t get any sort of actual lobster meat either last time. It was Spicey

Honestly, I'm a huge drinker...but today I could definitely use a couple lol!!!! Was this a typo, lol??
No judging here!

Did I see ur dad hit in the casino?

Good lord...u guess that's what happens when you don't proof read lol

Cheers? Jk

 

[Lynne G]

Nope, Keisha, just cut up fruit and some lettuce. Added those mandarin orange slices too, from the can.

Ooh some buys after the return. Oh well, good prices and a happy little one.

And a nice day too.

 

[Charade67]

Good afternoon. Busy day of prep for the painters. We removed all of or DVDs from the cabinet under the TV and put them in bags. Then we boxed up all of the stuff in the China cabinet. We don’t actually have any China in it. I realized that I hadn’t seen the cat in awhile. Here’s how I found him.

We`ll all eat Chinese in the kitchen and then go through to the dining room to play the game in there, then have some fun with either Trivial Pursuit or A Shot in the Dark......that one we like a lot. But, won`t be a late one.

I like playing Trivial Pursuit. I’m terrible at it, but like playing. I am not familiar with A Shot in the Dark.

Ooh, first countdown is now at 22 days. Yay!

I’m a little jealous. I think I am close to 70.

My DDs favorite color is purple too!

It will be funny if her roommate loves purple too. I’m imagining a completely purple room.

Honestly, I'm a huge drinker...but today I could definitely use a couple lol!!!! Was this a typo, lol??
No judging here!

I was thinking the same thing.

And I should make a few meals to leave behind for DH. He won't starve, but he's not a great cook either.

Mine would just eat out every night.

OMG....no....I rarely drink!!!! I better go change that . Dh just celebrates 14 yes of sobriety at the beginning of July ..so I honestly don't drink much because of that. Good lord...u guess that's what happens when you don't proof read lol

Congrats to your Dh

Time to start thinking about dinner. I’m not sure how disruptive the painting will be, but I anticipate we will be eating out a lot next week.

 

[Lynne G]

Cheese are us. Mozzarella sticks and cheese pizza. Yum!

Hehe, cats cannot resist an open bag nor a open box, Charade.

 

[macraven]

Couldn’t decide what to have for dinner so did a food pick up at Burger King
That and a Pepsi made a great meal

 

[Pumpkin1172]

Look at me posting over the weekend

Did a few loads of laundry, washed the floors, and looked at the baseboards and then started wiping them, wiped a few other corners that needed a little extra cleaning. Got lots of little thing done today.

We went grocery shopping, hoping the wind dies down( it's been u usually windy here for over a week now) and hope to head out fishing tomorrow.

Whipped up some amazing burgers for supper. We lucked out and found some ground chuck, so I roasted a couple bulbs of garlic in the air fryer and sauted some onions, tossed that into the burger...oh my...they were very tasty burgers. Whipped up some sweet potato fries and salad. Sooo good. But then again, my dream job would be to vlog about great sandwiches, burgers and fries and NOT get fat lol
Thinking it's movie night tonight. Not sure what we will watch yet.

Have a great night hommies

 

[Lynne G]

Hope your night is going well too Pumpkin. Yum to your dinner.

 

[Monykalyn]

Hope all are doing ok!
Survived what ended up being 8 days in Las Vegas due to last minute flight delay-supposed to leave Saturday but ended up with Sunday flights out. So we headed to Fremont Street for Plain White T's concert. Was fantastic, great crowd. Went to Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, saw a show, went to Neon Museum ate a TON-including breakfast at my favorite place-Mon Ami Gabi with bottle of champagne and a pear/nutmeg concoction for mimosas-so good, gambled a little (although may be more than I thought as I already got an offer of a suite at Venetian for the fall LOL). The condo was fantastic-great strip views, had til sunday anyway so worked out.

Anyone in Orlando august 15-17? (fly out 18th). Driving the kid back to school (totally going to brag here-she made Deans list her first year!) and hoping to sneak over to Universal for a day or two to check out Velocicoaster.

I realized that I hadn’t seen the cat in awhile. Here’s how I found him.

Too Cute!!

 

[schumigirl]

No worries Carole! I had a cocktail (or two) for you!!


My DDs favorite color is purple too!

It was a nice get together with a dear friend! Long overdue...she has a demanding work schedule.


Agreed! bad coffee is not tolerated!

Your cocktail is close to something we'd call an Alabama Slammer....sounds super yummy!!

Cloudy and rain in the forecast. I think we will not head to the lake house today. I suppose its time to bring the suitcases up and start to pack for Boston. And I should make a few meals to leave behind for DH. He won't starve, but he's not a great cook either.
We are golfing 18 holes tomorrow and going to dinner with my parents. On Monday, we are seeing the in-laws and getting nails done. Last minute running around will happen too.

Salmon burgers and baked sweet potatoes for supper tonight. DH asked if we have plans for tonight. We have a few options, but I'm kinda not in the mood to do much. Maybe I'll pep up as the day goes by.

Sweet Saturday Y'all!!

Beautiful presentation Carole!!
I see a lot of spicy bits floating around in there, lol!
Bet it was wonderful!

Another purple fan here......I think every room, almost.....has some or a lot of purple accents throughout.......in various tones as some can look cheap at times.

Alabama Slammer......sounds good! It was so good.....but, you don`t realise how much alcohol you`re drinking at times as it`s so fruity tasting....but good!

Boston is so close now! Have fun today with golf and dinner too.

Yes, the soup was spicy and a little sweet too as I add a little brown sugar to offset the lime juice and fish sauce, but it`s very decadent.

OMG....no....I rarely drink!!!! I better go change that . Dh just celebrates 14 yes of sobriety at the beginning of July ..so I honestly don't drink much because of that. Good lord...u guess that's what happens when you don't proof read lol

lol......I did see it too, but just assumed it was a typo.......yes, many a time it happens, but it can be funny!

this far today I’ve given the pooch a bath, next up to comb out his hair. Gets so knotted afterwards. Have been keeping him in a tight puppy cut as haven’t had time to groom long hair daily. Lucky I do my own some days lol

Then, had to run out to grocery again today to grab smoked sausage. Middle DS’s BD week (we stretch out any occasion in my family to celebrate), he asked months ago if I’d make him a shellfish boil. Wish me luck!


Rarely, I tend to just dive in & see where the current takes me what’s in the horizon for you?

I do think they over extend themselves as to bookings & overall experience can easily suffer

Never heard of this game

Not a fan of either generally either, the smell of both out me off for some reason

Do u put a syrup of some sort on yours? Have never found one I really enjoy. Generally just cut up fruit

All gone lol

Yep it changed fir the worse

Have never had a bad dish or service there. Since they dropped the dining transport haven’t been back, not a fan of idea of changing boats to get there

I didn’t get any sort of actual lobster meat either last time. It was Spicey



Did I see ur dad hit in the casino?

Cheers? Jk

Lobster boil sounds delicious, and I do like the way you celebrate birthdays in your family.......

A shot in the dark is a series of questions where the question can be so random and each has to guess the answer.....this is the blurb from the website.

• No boring quiz questions about capital cities or the Beatles first number one.
• Instead, Shot in the Dark is a fun party trivia game with hundreds of the most bizarre, interesting and hilarious questions to which nobody knows the answer. If you can't make an educated guess, then your only hope is a shot in the dark.

It`s not a board game but just questions, but some of the questions are very odd and answers can range from the sublime to the ridiculous.....but loads of fun.

Tom did get a lot of lobster last time in his but it was such a different taste after so many years of it being downright perfect. Yes, Amatista has always served very good food. I think many miss the dining transport for that.

Couldn’t decide what to have for dinner so did a food pick up at Burger King
That and a Pepsi made a great meal

You didn`t get Chinese after all???

Look at me posting over the weekend

Did a few loads of laundry, washed the floors, and looked at the baseboards and then started wiping them, wiped a few other corners that needed a little extra cleaning. Got lots of little thing done today.

We went grocery shopping, hoping the wind dies down( it's been u usually windy here for over a week now) and hope to head out fishing tomorrow.

Whipped up some amazing burgers for supper. We lucked out and found some ground chuck, so I roasted a couple bulbs of garlic in the air fryer and sauted some onions, tossed that into the burger...oh my...they were very tasty burgers. Whipped up some sweet potato fries and salad. Sooo good. But then again, my dream job would be to vlog about great sandwiches, burgers and fries and NOT get fat lol
Thinking it's movie night tonight. Not sure what we will watch yet.

Have a great night hommies

Food sounds good and you had a good day and did plenty. I think you must have all the wind....after a breezy but warm week, it`s incredibly still here last two or three days. The sea looks like a millpond and has very little movement at all, which is unusual for here.

Enjoy your Sunday.

Hope all are doing ok!
Survived what ended up being 8 days in Las Vegas due to last minute flight delay-supposed to leave Saturday but ended up with Sunday flights out. So we headed to Fremont Street for Plain White T's concert. Was fantastic, great crowd. Went to Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, saw a show, went to Neon Museum ate a TON-including breakfast at my favorite place-Mon Ami Gabi with bottle of champagne and a pear/nutmeg concoction for mimosas-so good, gambled a little (although may be more than I thought as I already got an offer of a suite at Venetian for the fall LOL). The condo was fantastic-great strip views, had til sunday anyway so worked out.

Anyone in Orlando august 15-17? (fly out 18th). Driving the kid back to school (totally going to brag here-she made Deans list her first year!) and hoping to sneak over to Universal for a day or two to check out Velocicoaster.


Too Cute!!

Congratulations to your daughter Monyk.......and sounds like a lovely trip to Vegas, I`d love to see the Hoover Dam.



Well, so much for an earlyish night.......the group that all had early plans for Sunday so would leave at a decent time, all went out the window. Last one left around 2am.

But, lovely evening. Had some lovely Chinese food delivered just as they all arrived then got down to A shot in the Dark and then Trivial Pursuit. Yes, competitive man was very competitive but funny with it as he takes it so serious.......but it was a lovely night, just didn`t expect it to be so late!

Came down this morning and thankfully Tom clears up everything after get togethers, including taking all the leftover Chinese food out to the trash so no smells from food that`s supposed to be thrown out the night before. I do help to empty the dishwasher......

So, not much sleep but will head out soon with the others for a long walk, although it may be cut short, we`ll see.

Bacon sandwiches for lunch unless we stop in the cafe for them there, and rib roast for dinner tonight. Little cooler again today so don`t mind cooking a proper Sunday roast today.

Have a fabulous Sunday ​

 

[Lynne G]

Yes! MonyK, we will be there 15 to 21 August as little one just had to ride that dino coaster before she has to go back to school too. Give a shout out, as we will be at the HRH. Decided for a few more dollars, staying there instead of RPR. Will be at RPR and SF a month later. Woot! Vegas fun. Ah yes, seeing some sights, and lots of good food and drink. Vegas, baby. Maybe we will go back there someday, after little one is 21. Last time I was there, I apparently did not bring enough diapers for little one, and had to go the drug store on the strip to get more.

Ah yes, a Sunday it is. The get that darn trash out of the house, and ready for week day routines. And, maybe some pool time. As the hot and humid has retuned, and so has the phone notice flashes of extreme weather chances in the next 24 hours. Yeah, when the air quality goes to moderate, and the humidity goes above 70 percent, those flashy thunderstorms can make their appearance. Best chance is yep, later in the afternoon. Woot! Unlike the past two mornings that saw 60’s overnight, we are at 79 degrees out now, Yep, warmer day for sure. Close to 90 degrees is the high. Pool time? Hope so. And hope it does not rain when we want to take a dip.

Thus, as good morning all.

Tea, quiet, and large screen remote. Wash done, long, hot shower had, and made some scrambled eggs for my breakfast. Woot! Perfect start to this Sunday.

Hope your Sunday has had just as perfect morning start. Stupendously happy Sunday homies. Relax, it’s still the weekend. Yay!

 

[keishashadow]

Morning all!

Plan on doing much of nothing today. still in a food coma…excuse my Mom’s old pan (which I do lovingly treasure ). Tried using pan from my electric roaster, contents sat too deep. It was the only container I had large enough to hold the boil for serving lol. Made so much, there will be leftovers for days for my son to enjoy. Will say i kept a few muscles, sausage & shrimp for myself for dinner today.

Couldn’t decide what to have for dinner so did a food pick up at Burger King
That and a Pepsi made a great meal

I used to prefer BK over MickeyD’s. Unfortunately, the closest franchise was re-sold. So bad now I wouldn’t eat the food if free. Every now & again I do drive 15 miles RT to another one for my fix, lots of extra pickles

ps it’s quite difficult to find Pepsi in the south, congrats

Whipped up some amazing burgers for supper. We lucked out and found some ground chuck, so I roasted a couple bulbs of garlic in the air fryer and sauted some onions, tossed that into the burger...oh my...they were very tasty burgers.

is ground chuck hard to find there? sounds yummy. My middle DS swears burgers come out great in air fryer. I can’t bring myself to try, keep thinking of cleaning that greasy mess. Almost as bad a a George Foreman grill

i haven’t tried sweet potato fries in it yet. Have a bag I need to use up, hmm. I do use for baked taters several times a week. Oil them, sprinkle with coarse sea salt & wrap in foil. better than in oven IMO & house doesn’t get hot.

Hoover Dam,

has the water level actually declined as much as I’ve been seeing on tv?

sounds like a fun trip! Was the strip crowded as in back to normal?

Alabama Slammer......sounds good! It was so good.....but, you don`t realise how much alcohol you`re drinking at times as it`s so fruity tasting....but good!

haha those sticky messes will take the finish off a wooden bar top. No idea how people can knock those sugary concoctions back all night

I`d love to see the Hoover Dam.

you would love it, especially doing the hydro tour where you go into the belly of the beast

we will be there 15 to 21 August as little one just had to ride that dino coaster before she has to go back to school too.

Sounds like a reasonable expectation to me, whee

 

[schumigirl]

Morning all!

Plan on doing much of nothing today. still in a food coma…excuse my Mom’s old pan (which I do lovingly treasure ). Tried using pan from my electric roaster, contents sat too deep. It was the only container I had large enough to hold the boil for serving lol. Made so much, there will be leftovers for days for my son to enjoy. Will say i kept a few muscles, sausage & shrimp for myself for dinner today.
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I used to prefer BK over MickeyD’s. Unfortunately, the closest franchise was re-sold. So bad now I wouldn’t eat the food if free. Every now & again I do drive 15 miles RT to another one for my fix, lots of extra pickles

ps it’s quite difficult to find Pepsi in the south, congrats

is ground chuck hard to find there? sounds yummy. My middle DS swears burgers come out great in air fryer. I can’t bring myself to try, keep thinking of cleaning that greasy mess. Almost as bad a a George Foreman grill

i haven’t tried sweet potato fries in it yet. Have a bag I need to use up, hmm. I do use for baked taters several times a week. Oil them, sprinkle with coarse sea salt & wrap in foil. better than in oven IMO & house doesn’t get hot.

has the water level actually declined as much as I’ve been seeing on tv?

sounds like a fun trip! Was the strip crowded as in back to normal?

haha those sticky messes will take the finish off a wooden bar top. No idea how people can knock those sugary concoctions back all night

you would love it, especially doing the hydro tour where you go into the belly of the beast

Sounds like a reasonable expectation to me, whee

Janet, that looks fabulous!! Anything with seafood though.....perfect!

Yes, I like a cocktail or 3, but not too sweet......I probably put too much lime in some of mine for some, but it negates the sweetness.





It was so dull this morning, but we did manage a 5 mile walk. I think tiredness negated us walking any further today, will do better tomorrow if weather permits us.

Had a lovely afternoon. My friend and her granddaughter came to spend a couple of hours before she took her back to her dad`s house. She is adorable and we always love seeing her. My friend too of course.......

And as it brightened up to a gloriously hot day, we barbecued tonight instead of having the rib roast and friend stayed too which was nice. Elise despite being so young is a wonderful little eater and even likes spicy food, so she`s a joy to feed, no fussiness there.

Still sitting out while it`s warm and enjoying the sunshine, it`s so peaceful, even the birds aren`t making a noise.

Time for a pot of tea........

 

[Charade67]

Happy Sunday. We have had a fun and productive day. Two of dh's cousins from Texas were in town and we had lunch with them and their husbands. He hasn't seen one coursing in almost 30 years and the other in 40 years.

This afternoon we did more prep work to get ready for the painters on Tuesday. I can't wait. Good-bye orange wall!

Whipped up some amazing burgers for supper. We lucked out and found some ground chuck, so I roasted a couple bulbs of garlic in the air fryer and sauted some onions, tossed that into the burger...oh my...they were very tasty burgers. Whipped up some sweet potato fries and salad. Sooo good.

That sounds awesome. I never thought of putting garlic into burgers.

Survived what ended up being 8 days in Las Vegas due to last minute flight delay-supposed to leave Saturday but ended up with Sunday flights out.

That would be my dh's dream vacation. He loves Vegas.

Anyone in Orlando august 15-17? (fly out 18th). Driving the kid back to school (totally going to brag here-she made Deans list her first year!) and hoping to sneak over to Universal for a day or two to check out Velocicoaster.

Congratulations to your daughter.

A shot in the dark is a series of questions where the question can be so random and each has to guess the answer.....this is the blurb from the website.

Sounds like it would be a really fun game with the right group of people.

Yes! MonyK, we will be there 15 to 21 August as little one just had to ride that dino coaster before she has to go back to school too.

When does her school start? B moves back into the dorm on August 20.


Time to start thinking about dinner again.

 

[Lynne G]

Charade, hers start that Monday. We are coming home Saturday. Move in is that weekend, but she is commuting this semester.

 

[macraven]

Orange walls as in pumpkin orange charade?

Well I do not know where the day went today
Did nothing productive today but did a run for Arby’s

Just now reading threads and catching up on how all are doing

Don’t laugh but I thought it was Saturday today
Did not read the morning paper until 6 this evening
and realized it was Sunday and I missed church this morning
Lol

I think what through me off was our yard man came early this morning to mow the lawn
He is going out of town on Tuesday and it threw me off with his day of the week he came

I live by a schedule and it was way off this morning....I blame our lawn dude for that

Stinking hot today
All week the temps will be high
But still no complaints as I can live with central air a lot better than below freezing and and snow

Bet Lynne is getting excited for her august trip!
Two months in a row for her for Orlando trips coming up

Sweet!

Nice to hear from Monyk and her adventures she has had and will ha e more of

 

[Charade67]

Orange walls as in pumpkin orange charade?

This will give you an idea. I understand why they chose the color. I just don’t like it.