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

[Lynne G]

Mummy fun with MonyK. We be holding the furthest back seats. And yeah, I’m always the one not seeing where the camera was. LoL

Having a great day, still some crowds, but met up with MonyK and her youngest DD for some afternoon fun. Now just hanging out with MonyK, as little one is so happy not to be a single rider, dino hunting again. Not me, though. But do like mummy as shown above. Hargrid’s had no virtual today, so if we decide to ride, we keep checking for lower wait times. They’ve been high most of the day. And oddly, hulk is a 5 minute wait. Who da think. 30 for the dino, which is why they decided to ride now. Still hot out.

 

[keishashadow]

Day full of being family’s concierge, longer than many I’ve worked for reals back in tHe day. Tomorrow, should only be a half shift lol

lynne - looks like you are having a grrrreat trip

was one of our friends who asked during a party one night if he could take some Bay leaves......lol.....we had no clue!

never dawned on me bay leaves came from a tree, blonder than usual moment.

Same with iced coffee too

ice cubes in coffee just seems wrong to me, now a nice frozen one full of caramel & whipped cream constitutes a treat in my book

Screen shots are the best!! You never know when you may need them, I`d do that if they keep coming, yes, then block. What a weird person. There really are some sad people out there.

yep, don’t have to beat the bushes too hard for the nuts to fall

that sort of day isn’t it?

Got to rental place and only SUV they had left was a Chevy Suburban! made it in one trip (and not much rain either!)-worth the money and it wasn't much for rental-because I had reserved a smaller truck was $60-outright reserving a suburban would have been over $200 for a day!

that’s a big boy to drive but, sounds like the perfect ride for this trip. It’s nice when things do actually work out

I asked if he wanted a 'do over' for his 51st. He declined, saying the moment had passed...

tell him not to blink, i swear the 50’s just fly. Catch him on the other side & make merry

I have an irrational fear of bridges....

you’d be out of luck in my ‘city of bridges’...446 at last count. many tend to stick to their own neighborhoods/side of the bridges. I’m more of a tunnel avoider.

She was without a place to stay Sat. night and had to crash at a friends place.

oh boy

She is not doing well, and hospice care is visiting the house this morning. Sad turn of events....

aw, sorry to hear. My Mom was doing very well until an undiagnosed UTI landed her in nursing home

I go in phases with the bread maker versus using my oven for baking bread

i‘ve been using for mostly dough making.

I think Seaworld might blow Universal away with their Halloween event this year, it looks phenomenal!

they certainly won the battle of social media/website roll out. looking forward to doing both this year

They limited it to 8 people for today to be vaxxed as they only received one small vial of Moderna.
Staff were the first to get their jabs yesterday.

they gave it out here starting Saturday at the hospital clinics. We received emails the same day instructing us to schedule either thru them or via the state system we have. Unlike your area, saw slots for all day starting on the 17th. I decided to wait until I am done with GD duties for the summer & the mr has the weekend off. We both wound up with high fevers that were difficult to break & flue like symptoms. Figure we might as well be sick together. Lol

All the donut talk from Tony has made me think and wonder why I’ve never made us home made donut burgers like the ones

i can’t wrap my head around a doughnut & a burger in the same bite.

I was up a little late to see if the Disney xmas after hours party tickets were online. Then I woke up before 5am CT again to see if they were up and then again at 6am CT. Finally got them

I’m surprised there is demand for them as per the pricing. Annoyed not even a minimal discount for AP or DVC our nights. sadly, going to sit it out this year. May book CG & bring binoculars lol.

Then I got to have a fun and painful procedure at the doc, since I always have abnormal pap smears

Yuck, hope all is well

 

[soniam]

I’m surprised there is demand for them as per the pricing. Annoyed not even a minimal discount for AP or DVC our nights. sadly, going to sit it out this year. May book CG & bring binoculars lol.

Yuck, hope all is well

It's hard to say what demand is, since it was just the early booking today for resort guests. I secretly hope demand is low to keep the crowds down. There wasn't a discount for our night either. DH has never been to an xmas party, and DS has never been to any of the holiday parties. I selfishly did an xmas party one trip when I arrived early. DH and DS came later, since DS was still in school. I don't know if we will do it again; however, we did really enjoy the AK after hours party that we did.

I hope it's OK too. My doctor didn't seem too worried. Could just be good bedside manner though.

 

[schumigirl]

Schumi
If you make the homemade donut burger, send me the pic !
I had that sandwich before and really liked it

I want that for Saturday night, but seems I`m being outvoted for pizza.....I`ll work on it, or could just do it for me. But, I do like a Saturday night not cooking anything......

We are currently under a flash flood watch and a tornado warning. Fun times.

Meanwhile. Here are some before and after pics of the bannister by our stairs.

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The wood is so much nicer Charade, looks lovely. I hope you`re happy with it.

Day full of being family’s concierge, longer than many I’ve worked for reals back in tHe day. Tomorrow, should only be a half shift lol

lynne - looks like you are having a grrrreat trip


never dawned on me bay leaves came from a tree, blonder than usual moment.

ice cubes in coffee just seems wrong to me, now a nice frozen one full of caramel & whipped cream constitutes a treat in my book

yep, don’t have to beat the bushes too hard for the nuts to fall

that sort of day isn’t it?

that’s a big boy to drive but, sounds like the perfect ride for this trip. It’s nice when things do actually work out

tell him not to blink, i swear the 50’s just fly. Catch him on the other side & make merry

you’d be out of luck in my ‘city of bridges’...446 at last count. many tend to stick to their own neighborhoods/side of the bridges. I’m more of a tunnel avoider.

oh boy

aw, sorry to hear. My Mom was doing very well until an undiagnosed UTI landed her in nursing home

i‘ve been using for mostly dough making.

they certainly won the battle of social media/website roll out. looking forward to doing both this year

they gave it out here starting Saturday at the hospital clinics. We received emails the same day instructing us to schedule either thru them or via the state system we have. Unlike your area, saw slots for all day starting on the 17th. I decided to wait until I am done with GD duties for the summer & the mr has the weekend off. We both wound up with high fevers that were difficult to break & flue like symptoms. Figure we might as well be sick together. Lol

i can’t wrap my head around a doughnut & a burger in the same bite.

I’m surprised there is demand for them as per the pricing. Annoyed not even a minimal discount for AP or DVC our nights. sadly, going to sit it out this year. May book CG & bring binoculars lol.

Yuck, hope all is well

lol....you have been busy today.....family concierge......I like that one! It`s funny, everyone I know who has retired early all say the same thing....they don`t know how they had time to work as we are always all so busy.

Yes, I never realised till I had the tree pointed out to us......green fingers were never my strong point!

Oh yes, those nuts are very obvious usually....lol.......

Weirdly I do like a caramel crappucino as Charlie Harper calls them.....

Yes, your place does have a massive amount of bridges! Is the purple one still there? I`m sure you told me about that before...my brain is like a pea some mornings! I have never been in the Channel Tunnel as a way of travelling to France and beyond......not a hope in hell! And as we have no plans to go back to mainland Europe anytime soon, I never have to. If we do go back it`ll be to Switzerland or Austria again and we`ll fly, they were beautiful, but no to the rest of that area.

Have fun today.......

It's hard to say what demand is, since it was just the early booking today for resort guests. I secretly hope demand is low to keep the crowds down. There wasn't a discount for our night either. DH has never been to an xmas party, and DS has never been to any of the holiday parties. I selfishly did an xmas party one trip when I arrived early. DH and DS came later, since DS was still in school. I don't know if we will do it again; however, we did really enjoy the AK after hours party that we did.

I hope it's OK too. My doctor didn't seem too worried. Could just be good bedside manner though.

Yes, hope you get the good result this time! Always nerve wracking to go through.



mac.....hope the dentist visit goes well today!!





Never listen to the weather forecast......

It`s supposed to be cloudy, very cloudy and slight rain this morning here on the coast.....but bright sunshine and feels warm again

Walking will be lovely this morning after yesterday`s drizzle. Then have to go buy a new computer mouse for me, mine is double clicking all the time.....I think it must be about 8 years old! Can`t quite believe that and Tom has asked for one for his birthday next week......lol....he doesn`t ask for much. And yes, some of us still prefer a mouse to the pad on laptops...apparently that`s funny to some......lol.....

I`m not sure whether I prefer the ipads or laptop in general. Laptop is easier doing photographs for Trip Reports, but ipad is so convenient to just whip around with you.

Managed to order a few things he doesn`t know about and one is a special bottle of wine he has been talking about for a while and said he might like to get it. But, I already ordered it and had it sent to a friends house. Will have to pick it up when he`s not there, quite hard for a couple who are barely ever 3 feet away from each other. Might need to organise a girly chat to go get it on my own.

Shorts this morning again and will head out sooner as it`s so nice.

And again, no idea for dinner tonight.......either turkey or shrimp sandwiches today for lunch and as the farmer dropped us off a load of eggs last night, poached eggs for breakfast.........

Tummy is rumbling this morning.....

Happy Wednesday ​

 

[macraven]

Good morning homies !

leaving in 90 minutes for dental work
I’ll have more crowned teeth than the ones I was born with
Lol

Hope all have a great day!

 

[Lynne G]

Hope all goes well with dentist Mac.

 

[Lynne G]

Ah yes, fancy camel here to say, hump of a day Wednesday is here, and ooh that means Friday is two more days after today.

Was a nice night, said goodbye to MonyK, having shared dinner with her. And nice as will see her next month.

And so, a 91 degree day, with partly cloudy, and yay, not a chance of rain. And yesterday, was the same, and felt like the humidity was lower yesterday. Still hot but more pleasant. Will see how it feels later, as letting little one sleep. Yeah, the early entry is gringotts and minions. Neither a draw for us, and minions was a 10 or so minute express wait, we walked on gringotts with express. Thus later morning arrivals is the way we enjoy our time.

And Paris, I am sorry to hear of your grandmom is in hospice. Sending hugs and may find some peace if she has passed away. Know she will always be in your heart, and good memories.

Have that wonderful Wednesday homies.

 

[schumigirl]

Good morning homies !

leaving in 90 minutes for dental work
I’ll have more crowned teeth than the ones I was born with
Lol

Hope all have a great day!

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Hope it goes well mac......it`ll be over before you know it.......



Lynne...continue to have fun!




Gorgeous day here!! Hot and sunny, where are all the clouds that was forecastoday....absolutely not a complaint!

With the weather and foot not sore today, we did almost 10 miles, but it was the sun that finally had us head for the hills. No sunscreen. But, it was a fabulous walk, although body is groaning a little this afternoon.....so a day in the garden now I think with some strawberry lemonade......

Steaks on the grill tonight as it`s so beautiful outside.

 

[Charade67]

Quick good morning. I have a couple of minutes before I leave for work.

Mac - Hope all goes well at the dentist today.

Lynne - sounds like you and your daughter are having a nice trip. I have never ridden the Mummy ride. How intense is it? I can handle some coasters but not others. On a scale of Big Thunder Mountain to Rockin Rollercoaster where would it fall?

Gotta run.

 

[Lynne G]

I think more like Thunder, Charade. Think top speed is only like 35 mph. You sit in a row of four, and there’s, I think 6 rows, so it’s a big car. In the dark most of the ride, but you see things, which is half the fun. That and the last drop is fun, as you don’t expect it if you’ve never ridden it. I won’t do RRR, Hulk nor the new Dino coaster. Will do the others though, as also I like Hagrid’s too.

And so, little one is in the shower and asked if we could chill for a few minutes before leaving. That’s fine with me. We both have an AP, and are staying 7 days, son no need to be in the parks the whole day and night.

 

[Robo56]

Good Wednesday morning Sans family





Charade the new bannister looks great.

Pumpkin sounds like you are still busy on your hubby’s birthday surprise. I’am sure he will be thrilled with all you have done.


J’aime Paris so sorry to hear about DH grandma. I remember reading in one of your posts about what a awesome lady she is. I’am so glad you are all able to get back and spend some time with her while she is in hospice. Prayers for her and all of you.

Nice to hear you were able to finally get your daughter moved into her apartment. I hope they get the other things done in an acceptable time so she can settle in.

Keisha seems like you and your hubby had a nice trip. Sorry the airline situation happened and you had to drive. Glad to hear you are home safe. Those long distance drives are hard.


Lynne looks like you and your daughter are having a blast. Great to see you an Monyk were able to have a nice visit.


Mac hope the dentist visit goes well today. Hope you did ok with the booster.

Soniam......welcome to the family. Hope you are feeling better today and your test turns out good.


Carole sounds like your weather is holding out for your walks. Hope your foot is doing well and you have a successful shopping trip today.
As always your meals sound delish.


Shout out to Tink....hope all is well in your neck of the woods.


I have been pretty busy lately. I was already to have grandson to come over and help me move the furniture for deep clean in the some rooms. I was going to start decorating for Halloween already. I always have everything up by first week September.

Then I got smacked down with the worst case of bronchitis I have had in many moons. Covid cases around here are amping up. So if you have any respiratory illness you have to have Covid test first before your Doctor will treat you. So that delayed getting my meds until my Covid test came back. It was negative thankfully. I have my antibiotics, steroids so now just need to get better.

Daughter is going to have to have a 3rd eye surgery in 8 weeks. At this point they are trying to preserve as much of her eyesight in her left eye as possible. She had a bad reaction to Covid vaccine.


Granddaughter in law sent pic of great-granddaughter who just got her orange belt in Karate. They are also getting eggs from their chickens now. She was so proud of getting the eggs from the coop.

I had to stop making masks. So once i’am Feeling better will start up again.

I went out and sat in the sun yesterday. Did not feel like doing much. I need to get moving. If the weather is nice enough today may try a small Walk.

I Have been watching a few things on YouTube about HHN set up at Universal. They have a Halloween boutique in the Lost Continent in IOA now and it’s open. Looks really cool inside. I will definitely have to have a look in there.

I also found out about a place that makes custom Kyber Crystal’s which can be used in the LightSabers made at Savi’s or the Legacy Saber’s. They also work in the Sith and Jedi Holocrons and have the voices of different Star Wars characters........LOL....I need to quit looking at YouTube.

I gave our son the Luke Skywalker Legacy Saber for his Birthday last week. I gave him the Darth Vader one for Christmas. I’am helping him with his collection of Star Wars things for his Star Wars man cave. He has always been a big fan of Star Wars since he was a little boy. He and daughter-in-law went to Galaxy’s Edge on their vacation in July and he really enjoyed Seeing it and riding ROTR. He turned 44 on Saturday. He is the sweetest son.



I had a bread maker and just did not use it very often so I gave it away. I have a dough hook on my big KitchenAid Mixer. So when I need dough kneaded just use that....LOL..not very often.

I was a hot coffee purist until I tried The Pumpkin Cream cold brew at Starbucks. It is seasonal, but so good. That will be coming in soon. It’s so nice that some of the Resorts, Parks and CityWalk have Starbucks.

Will use my inhaler and try a walk before I talk myself out of it. I have a bad cough. I have enough area around here to walk away from people.
I have been in bed for past couple of days except for visit to after hours clinic yesterday evening. Think the sun will help increase vitamin D uptake, burn off some calories and bronchitis cooties.

Sending good thoughts and wishes to all.

Thinking of Halloween


And upcoming trip to Universal in 26 days.

 

[schumigirl]

Robbie....belated to your son! Hope he had a lovely day and yes, super gift for him.

I`m so sorry your daughter is having more eye surgery. She has been having such a nasty time of it, hopefully this one will make a difference for her.

And hope you feel much better too, sounds very nasty to lay you up for a while. Fingers crossed you do better too. And yes, you have a lovely trip to look forward to soon......look forward to your pics of decorations.

Enjoy walking, but take it easy, it must have taken a bit out of you. Good to see you.....




Snack of black grapes this afternoon. The farm store had a fresh delivery, so we got the pick of the bunch. Very sweet.

Washing in and dry, getting cloudy again too.

 

[soniam]

@Robo56 Sorry to hear about your daughter. I hope they are able to fix it. Sorry to hear you are sick. There is so much crud going around. My husband had a cold the day we left Disney. He ended up with a fever but tested negative for covid. They say that flu and cold is worse now than it was last winter. Not looking forward to all of the germs our son is going to bring home now that he is back to in-person school.

 

[Lynne G]

Robo, happy birthday to your son. Great gifts you gave him. Sending lots of well wishes to your daughter and hope she gets her eyesight back with the latest surgery. Mummy dust sent.

 

[Pumpkin1172]

Quick early morning stop in before I start the daily shuffling of papers

All the donut talk from Tony has made me think and wonder why I’ve never made us home made donut burgers like the ones we get from Teak Neighborhood Grill……..so might do that at the weekend……they are lush! Add in bacon and jalapeños, no cheese for me and we have a meal with sweet potato fries.

I/We have seen them, but have never tried one. Dh was tempted one time, but decided on something different. I would probably pass, as I don't like weird food combos. I don't like my food touching other foods and mixing either I'm a bit of a weirdo lol. Let us know if you do it!!!!!!

Now I’m thinking of pizzas…….I’ll never be slim…….lol……..

Same....I love my food and carbs. I've lost 40 lbs....would still like to loose about 20 more....but the scale hasn't been moving. But then again, I haven't been trying very hard.

And yeah, I’m always the one not seeing where the camera was. LoL

That is ME!!!! Looks like your having a great trip. Loving the pictures!!!!!

I’ll have more crowned teeth than the ones I was born with
Lol

Good luck at the dentist!!! Your smile will be amazing once you are done.

I have my antibiotics, steroids so now just need to get better.

Get better soon Robo. Hopefully getting some Vitamin D will help.

They say that flu and cold is worse now than it was last winter. Not looking forward to all of the germs our son is going to bring home now that he is back to in-person school.

I said that as well. I told dh that he needs to be prepared. I know that with all the social distancing, masking, sanitation at stores that really did cut down on cold/flus. I usually get 2 a year. One in Sept/Oct then another one at the end of winter in March/April. I'm hoping that when I do get one that it doesn't leave me feeling like 10 Mac trucks have hit me. I already warned my work that WHEN ( not if ) I get sick, they better be prepared for me to be off for a few days. Youngest DS picked up a cold somewhere...and he NEVER gets sick. Hopefully it doesn't spread to anyone else in the house. We have a very special big birthday for dh's grandma to celebrate in a couple of weeks.

@Charade67 your renovations and railing look great!!!!!

Well...I should get shuffling some of these papers. They don't organize and create spreadsheets themselves

Have a great day Hommies!!!!

 

[Lynne G]

Shooting aliens, so fun:


Very hot out in the sun. Tried to polish off sweet crepes. They were delicious. Saw Sponge Bob street show and now watching DM street show. They always do a good job with characters.

 

[schumigirl]

Quick early morning stop in before I start the daily shuffling of papers


I/We have seen them, but have never tried one. Dh was tempted one time, but decided on something different. I would probably pass, as I don't like weird food combos. I don't like my food touching other foods and mixing either I'm a bit of a weirdo lol. Let us know if you do it!!!!!!

Same....I love my food and carbs. I've lost 40 lbs....would still like to loose about 20 more....but the scale hasn't been moving. But then again, I haven't been trying very hard.

That is ME!!!! Looks like your having a great trip. Loving the pictures!!!!!

Good luck at the dentist!!! Your smile will be amazing once you are done.

Get better soon Robo. Hopefully getting some Vitamin D will help.

I said that as well. I told dh that he needs to be prepared. I know that with all the social distancing, masking, sanitation at stores that really did cut down on cold/flus. I usually get 2 a year. One in Sept/Oct then another one at the end of winter in March/April. I'm hoping that when I do get one that it doesn't leave me feeling like 10 Mac trucks have hit me. I already warned my work that WHEN ( not if ) I get sick, they better be prepared for me to be off for a few days. Youngest DS picked up a cold somewhere...and he NEVER gets sick. Hopefully it doesn't spread to anyone else in the house. We have a very special big birthday for dh's grandma to celebrate in a couple of weeks.

@Charade67 your renovations and railing look great!!!!!

Well...I should get shuffling some of these papers. They don't organize and create spreadsheets themselves

Have a great day Hommies!!!!

Nice weight loss pumpkin!! That is an achievement....

I love mixed flavours.....sweet and spicy/meat or chicken with fruits especially pineapple/hot and sour.....anything. I hate bland food so tend to spice most things up or make sure they`re well seasoned to our tastes. Kyle isn`t much for mixing foods, but he is very adventurous in tastes.....one of his favourite dishes is Teriyaki chicken, despite not really liking the individual flavours of the sauce. I have the chef at Kobe from 2008 to thank for that.....he told him he was having the sauce......lol.....he loved it.

I think cold and flu season will hit bad...so many aren`t mixing yet and when we all do get back together our immune systems may struggle.




Everything ready for dinner, just waiting on Tom to cook the steaks......I am starving today!

Trying to get used to this new mouse.....it`s larger and heavier, but I`ll get used to it. Did get Tom the same one for part of his birthday presents.

 

[Robo56]

Survived the walk.....it’s 84 out, but feel like temp with humidity is 91. So glad the sun went in and there was a mild breeze. I’am tired now. Had a good shower and resting.

Robbie....belated to your son! Hope he had a lovely day and yes, super gift for him.

Thank you Carole. He had a very nice birthday. We took him out for lunch to restaurant he chose. He had a nice time and enjoyed his gifts.

I`m so sorry your daughter is having more eye surgery. She has been having such a nasty time of it, hopefully this one will make a difference for her.

She has really been through it. This has been going on since January. I feel so sorry for her and all she has had to endure thus far.

And hope you feel much better too, sounds very nasty to lay you up for a while. Fingers crossed you do better too. And yes, you have a lovely trip to look forward to soon......look forward to your pics of decorations.

Having the trip to look forward is nice. I will take lots of pictures.

Enjoy walking, but take it easy, it must have taken a bit out of you. Good to see you.....

Made it farther then I thought I would. If the sun had been blazing don’t think I would have lasted as long.

Same....I love my food and carbs. I've lost 40 lbs..

Congratulations on your weight loss.

Get better soon Robo. Hopefully getting some Vitamin D will help.

Thank you Pumpkin.

We have a very special big birthday for dh's grandma to celebrate in a couple of weeks.

Celebrating grandma birthday are awesome.

Very hot out in the sun. Tried to polish off sweet crepes. They were delicious. Saw Sponge Bob street show and now watching DM street show. They always do a good job with characters.

I always get a chuckle out of looking at all the serious faces on the MIB
Photos. So nice to hear you and your daughter are having a good time.
Thank you for sharing the photos.

Time for a nap

 

[Lynne G]

Feel better Robo, and hope the nap keeps you refreshed.

We decided time to relax and enjoy some pool time, and maybe chow down on some nachos.

 

[Robo56]

Sorry to hear about your daughter. I hope they are able to fix it. Sorry to hear you are sick. There is so much crud going around. My husband had a cold the day we left Disney. He ended up with a fever but tested negative for covid. They say that flu and cold is worse now than it was last winter. Not looking forward to all of the germs our son is going to bring home now that he is back to in-person school.

Thank you soniam. We are praying they are able to preserve as much of her eyesight in her left eye as posssible.

I think the time will tell what we are in for during the fall and winter. Colds, flu and Covid will be a mess. I gave grandson plenty of homemade cotton masks and mini hand sanitizers. Those poor kiddos in school.

Now nap time.