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

[schumigirl]

Schumi, yes I have a photo pass. I tend to see more of the photographers in the mornings, but I get a kick out of all the ride pictures. From their website, and in the stores, you can buy prints. Other than the prints that came with the pass I bought, I just download the pictures for free, mostly from their app I have, and once in awhile on their website. Then I can do whatever I want with that picture. I have printed some myself, but more keep them in my online albums. over the years, I’ve got so many pictures.

I think I`m going to tell them to get it, I think they`d get use of it. We`ve never got it as we just buy whatever pictures we want, never occurred to us to get it. We have far too many ride pictures!

We have had some drama this morning. Our painters are R (owns the company), J, and other guy. I don’t know his name so I will call him OG. R and OG showed up this morning and were arguing about another job. They bring in my cabinet doors and then OG tells R he needs to talk to him outside. They go outside and are gone for about 10 minutes. R come back and tells me that OG has just quit. It seems that OG has been taking too many shortcuts and R was not happy with him. OG doesn’t want to do the job to R’s standards, so he quit. Unfortunately our house is one of the places OG took some shortcuts, so R will be repainting a couple of walls today too.



I think I might add ear plugs to my packing list.

What a carry on! Shortcuts never work if you want a job done to a perfect standard. It`s time consuming enough having work done in your house, without it being redone.

Although I`m permanently cold according to my husband, I rarely wear long sleeves, especially at home.

I do love summer, and weirdly love the winter if I don`t have to go out anywhere when it`s extremely cold. But, autumn and Spring I do love too.....don`t really mind any of the seasons.





It was a breezy walk this morning for sure, but we kept going, then after being showered and changed we headed out to some farm stores and into a grocery store we do like for a few bits and pieces.

Someone (again, not me) bought a beautiful home made caramel and vanilla cheesecake that one of the farm store ladies makes.......it`s like the Cheesecake Factory, only larger!!! We`ll never eat it between the four of us. I plan to take some to the farm next to us, they`ll enjoy it.

Having some shrimp, parma ham with olives, jalapeno bread and stuffed baby peppers for dinner tonight, just the two of us again. Then maybe a movie night if we find something we fancy.

Still breezy, but washing from this morning is dry and ready to iron and put away.

 

[J'aime Paris]

So behind, again!

Paris what a beautiful pup! We had 2 yellow labs, I’ve had many pups but I think labs are the best! It’s unfortunate they shed like crazy!
I don’t know what’s with dogs loving cold! And snow!
Welcome to the HNN chicken club lol!

Schumi sorry about the cottage. That’s unfortunate. I know it is difficult to book airport hotels now. I spent a few hours and phone calls to check. Their websites haven’t caught up to current conditions. My go to hotel it turned out doesn’t have an airport shuttle now, another the restaurant is temporarily closed. Finally decided on the Hilton Doubletree. Called to make sure the restaurant and shuttle still a go.
Did you manage to get a decent car rental price? I was going to leave a week early to visit with cousins in Ft. Lauderdale area for a week pre Universal. But car rentals were $1000/week. Usually under $200! So not doing.

Lynne loving your Uni photos! I’m getting clothing washed and ready to pack. A combo of shorts and capris. My long pants (jeans) will be worn on flight.
Can‘t believe next Thursday I arrive!

Charade sorry to hear of delays. But yay for us being single digits! Do you arrive the same day as me?
I think we’ll all going to be needing boosters, yearly. I think in my province they’re saying at least 6 mos after last shot. So that would be late winter/early spring for most here. We got our vaccine later than US. I hope booster will have something in it for the variants.

Metro love Chick-FiL-A, their waffle fries, lemonade, dipping sauce…..yum. It is a diet killer, lol! Probably a good thing they’re not in Canada!

Soniam very disappointing about The Palm. Lack of service when you’re paying top dollar isn’t right at all.
Yay for getting WDW dining. I’m on Pacific time, it’s no fun making those res! I liked it better the old way when res could be made at midnight EST which was 9:00 for me! Much more civilized.

Real 5 days till Caravan! Very exciting. I think I have at least a 6mo wait for my SUV ugh
I had ordered the Ruby Red Flair but husband was saying he really liked the Blueprint colour,, which is a deep blue metallic. Since I like that too I phoned to change order I don’t know why because I’m the one driving it! Ha. But if it keeps him happy!

Yesterday did some errands and ended up buying new runners. They have the rocker sole and lots of cushion like the Hoka ones, but this is made by New Balance. Tried both on but NB fit better. Hoka a little too wide.

Then came home to throw shorts and capris in wash to pack. Met friends at local park that has beautiful trails and we went for a 7km walk before dinner at a new pizza place. They have the authentic Italian pizza style. I cheated! We shared a pear and arugula salad and a charcuterie board, then each ordered a pizza of choice. My daughter will enjoy the leftover pizza today!

Bummer, I didn’t realize Survivor started last night or I would have recorded. Missed first 15 min, then fell asleep before end Then of course I was awake at 3am.

Today meeting the neighbourhood ladies for lunch at Joey Tomatoes.
Looks like it will be nice enough to eat on the patio. Last night was first time to show vaccine passport for restaurant. I had forgot and left phone in car, so had to run out to get it. Will have to get used to new rules.

Getting to be time to pack away summer clothes and bring out fall/winter clothing so sad. I should do before I leave, but don’t think I’ll have time. It’s a good time to weed out clothes for donation bin so want to take time. Guess it will have to wait till I get home.

Have a great Thirsty Thursday everyone

Lots of fuss about the Hoka shoes. I don't own them, wasn't sure if I'd like the soles. You'll have to let me know what you think of the New Balance version.

Yes, we love our girl...shedding and all! Our cat is a big shedder as well. The vacuum rarely gets put away, it's used so often!!

We discovered the Radisson where we always used to stay will be available for our overnight now as it opens back up to the public Nov 1st, but it`s been used as quarantine hotel for several months, so not sure if we want to stay there now. Might just keep the hotel we have now as a back up and see what the early reviews for the Radisson are like.

As for rental car....ouch! We are paying more for two weeks this upcoming trip than we usually pay for a month`s stay. But, we like a car as we do wander off site a lot. We did book a full size SUV. At least it wasn`t £4,000 as we were being quoted earlier this year for September! But, it is what it is.

Glad you got the Doubletree sorted.





One of our ladies has decided to leave our Book Club. I knew she might be, she was the last to join and I think she feels we don`t meet enough, but some of our group actually work for a living and are busy. She also didn`t like we were choosing a movie of the month to chat about....fair enough.

Dishwasher empty, might pop the tv on later and find something on the planner to watch.

Tonic water time.

I had a vodka tonic last night, mostly because I was too lazy to go downstairs to the basement bar and get the gin. Very refreshing!!

Afternoon stop in!

Busy morning shuffling papers. They front staff are closing out sales preparing for month end. I usually expect those piles later next week. But got through most of what I needed today. I have a few papers left...but not much. Trying to stretch it out now. These ones don't have a time limit of when they are expected .

Cool/windy day here again today. Hoping to head out for a quick walk tonight after dinner. It gets dark much earlier now...no more heading out at 7:30 or 8:00 thinking it's going to be light until I get home. Sadly, it's dark here by 8:30. I already need to start turning on lights shortly after supper already It takes me a little bit of time to embrace the darkness. I do like being able to snuggle in with a blanket, warm beverage when it's darker outside.

@Sue M I'm glad you got your hotel stay sorted. I also told hubby the same thing starwind stated on the Canadian boards. Dh (he's very much your type A planner to the extreme) and wouldn't rest knowing that there could be a small chance that we would be turned away somewhere in our travels due to us because of our vaccinations. If it makes him feel better, then I'll do it

@schumigirl It sounds like things are all liming up for you guys to travel!!!! Yay. Your countdown won't even be too big!!!!!

@Charade 67 It's great when the planned contractors come. Hopefully soon your counters will be installed too.

@soniam I'm glad you don't have much pain. I give you credit for staying diligent and eat a keto lifestyle. I know it's not for me.

Well...I should really try to look like I'm a little busy.

Have a great day everyone...please stay safe!!!!!!!!!!

I don't like the earlier darkness either. My least favorite day of the year is when we turn the clocks back, and have another hour of dark.

Poor little one, delayed 4 hours. Have to pick her up this evening, instead of mid afternoon.

Did have fun at the parks, then pool time as weather today was mostly sunny.

Hehe, you know those in the front row were slackers, as I got a wahoo from Will Smith for my score, yeah, I’m locked and loaded with gun ready
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What? Am I the only one likes to raise hands on that last downhill, look at my not enthused riders:
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Sorry to hear your DD was delayed....no fun...

Schumi yes, that might give pause, a quarantine hotel. I’m sure its been totally disinfected, but still…..
Yes Doubletree was one of the few to have full service now. We’ve stayed there before. They’re all 1 or 2 bedrooms. Just me, I don’t need that much room, but do need the shuttle and a restaurant. Dinner I can go out, plenty of restaurants around within walking distance. But at 7am I don’t want to be walking around looking for breakfast. Hotel restaurant is essential.
My youngest daughter joined a book club this summer!

Pumpkin, you may as well, we’ll all have to get a booster at some point anyway! Went out to lunch with friends this afternoon. Some gave me a hard time about traveling. They can, we’ve all known each other 25-30 yrs so they allowed! I know they are just concerned about my safety.

Mac I do raise my hands, but more like jazz hands lol. Just not over my head so I’m not blocking someone behind me.

Lynne so sorry daughter was held up. 4 hrs is a long wait at the airport! I hope they at least gave her meal vouchers! Hope you’re having a fun evening together! Where was dinner?

Metro 60’s? Yikes. I had hopes of having a dip in the pool to relax after my long flight arrival evening. Flight lands at 5:50pm. So probably not arriving at hotel till 7:30ish. Parks close early hoping for warm arrival evening.

Had nice lunch with friends today. It was a nice day so we enjoyed the patio. I enjoyed it until the wasps came out! Ugh. Late afternoon went out for dog walk with my neighbour and daughter while sun was still out. It’s 7:30 now and almost dark. Husband packed away patio table and chairs. Left a few out cause afternoon Is still quiet pleasant.

Tomorrow is mani day! Did I mention it’s one week today? Lol

ONE WEEK!!!!

Good evening everyone. We had a gorgeous fall day today. It was sunny, no humidity, light breeze.....When I got home from work I turned off the a/c and opened the windows.

I wish I could come on the 30th, but that's my anniversary. I would have liked to have 3 full days in the parks. Maybe next time.

I'm hoping it won't be too much longer. I will post full before and after pictures once the counter is installed.

Ugh. No fun being stuck in an airport for that long. I assume she got in safely tonight.


I have never been one to raise my arms on a ride. I'm usually holding on like my life depends on it.


Tomorrow will be one week for me.

Another ONE WEEK person!!!

Pumpkin.....where did your quote go??

Yes, thank you......all being well (still not sure) we have about a 60 day countdown which isn`t bad.......

Our lamps in the dining room are on when we eat now, if we eat in the kitchen all the undercabinet lamps are on and little cosy lamps around too, so yes, the change in light is obvious now. It`s dark enough now to need lamps on in every room just after 7, completely dark by 7.45. I agree, I love that cosy autumn/winter feeling when you`re in and having something nice like that.





Do you have the photopass Lynne or do you just buy all the pictures individually?

Other cousin has asked me what I think of it now??





Same, never raise our hands if someone is behind us. On our very first trip in 2007 we came off Splash Mountaiin and a lady said I had covered her daughter`s face in the picture.....oops. I had no idea. I did tell her it was so quiet she could go round again, place was deserted in September back then.....she wasn`t happy.....





I`m glad it`s cooling down for you, I remember you prefer that cooler weather. 60`s is what we had earlier, pleasant. I`m desperately trying to cling on to warmer weather!!




We need full service too. I want shuttles and restaurants too. The Radisson is ideal as we can walk down to either terminal and yes, I`m sure it`ll be deep cleaned, so will maybe book a cancellable room and wait to see how it goes when it does open, it`ll be neat but we might manage it.

Not much within walking distance of Manchester Airport and we use a car service to take us up there, so no use of our car, so yes, restaurants in the hotel are essential.

If this trip happens of course!!

I stayed twice at the Doubletree Suites in NYC, just mum and I, but the space was lovely.




Sounds like lovely weather Charade, I think you said you like it cooler too rather than blazing hot. I hope you get some perfect weather for your trip, and it`s so close now!! You must be getting excited.

lol.....I used to grip on the first time on a ride......but then I liked to relax some and not have that vice like grip on the handle.......so much fun!




Getting so much darker in the mornings now. I wonder when our walks will start a little later as I don`t fancy starting in the dark once it`s much colder than now. We are being spoiled with some lovely September warmth, but the chill is there in the mornings too. But, there`s something quite lovely about autumn.

Although we did notice that lovely change in colours in the trees hasn`t been as slow this year and some trees have changed very quickly to a rather miserable and dank winter brown.

Made some breakfast muffins last night with bacon to give them a try, they look nice and the aroma was very tempting last night as they were baking.

Bit of shopping to do in a couple of places, need to pop to another village as we like their deli better than the one in the town closest to us, they have olives stuffed with the hottest chillies! We do usually take the chillies out and chop them into salads or dishes. But the flavour of the spice is still there.

And it`s Friday........

Have a wonderful Friday folks ​

Your last meme!!! That is every single teenage boy in Wisconsin the majority of the winter!!

Yay, a Friday.

Yay for MonyK and her DD, an HHN evening that was a very nice, cooler weather and not a stitch of rain last night. Though it was raining at the airport when I picked up little one.

Was easy, knew when that oh so late arrival was, had just parked at the cell lot, and ooh, bathrooms were there. Went in, was just finished washing my hands, and she calls and at the number I thought she would be. A quick half loop from that lot, and hey, you it’s me in this black suv. Since she had only carry on, and in the third row, she was motoring, as our airport, there is not much food places she would eat at, as very picky eater. And since the USO is not back to most hot food, more like snacks, all she had for the 6 and a half hours she was in the airport, she had enough drink, as USO always has cold water bottles, but she ended up only snacking, and I know she did not eat much before she came to the the airport. But you know was not busy at the airport last night, as she said they were saying the baggage number as they were strolling off the plane. Took the 528 both ways, and fast ride both ways. We were going to eat off site, but she was so hungry, we parked, she dumped her bag in our room, and promptly took the stairs to Jakes. Not the best waiter, but the food came out fast, and we were seated right away, next to the windows, and we ate almost all the food. As both of us were full, we caught a boat and walked around City Walk. I showed her a shirt I thought she would like, that I had seen before, but was hesitant to buy it. Glad I did not, as she did not want a long sleeve shirt it was, but agreed she would have wanted it if was short sleeve. With that, quick boat ride, and back to room, laptop came out, and we enjoyed some electronic viewing until both went to bed.

Schumi, yes I have a photo pass. I tend to see more of the photographers in the mornings, but I get a kick out of all the ride pictures. From their website, and in the stores, you can buy prints. Other than the prints that came with the pass I bought, I just download the pictures for free, mostly from their app I have, and once in awhile on their website. Then I can do whatever I want with that picture. I have printed some myself, but more keep them in my online albums. over the years, I’ve got so many pictures.

Gorgeous sunny morning. And yep, I’m awake and little one is fast asleep. Late start for us, and that’s fine with me. Hoping to have a nice dinner and relaxing day.

Fabulous Friday homies. Yay, a Friday is here. Tomorrow, we are HHN going. Yay to meeting up with friends to enjoy scares.

Have a super time with your DD!!

We have had some drama this morning. Our painters are R (owns the company), J, and other guy. I don’t know his name so I will call him OG. R and OG showed up this morning and were arguing about another job. They bring in my cabinet doors and then OG tells R he needs to talk to him outside. They go outside and are gone for about 10 minutes. R come back and tells me that OG has just quit. It seems that OG has been taking too many shortcuts and R was not happy with him. OG doesn’t want to do the job to R’s standards, so he quit. Unfortunately our house is one of the places OG took some shortcuts, so R will be repainting a couple of walls today too.



I think I might add ear plugs to my packing list.

Hopefully getting rid of OG will be better for your project. Sounds like R is making sure all is done correctly!!









I've decided I'm going raspberry picking today. All 3 of us adore raspberries, and there is a place to pick your own about 10 minutes from me.
The only bummer is there are usually a fair amount of mosquitos to deal with....but I found our bug spray, and will wear long pants and sleeves. Hopefully that will do the trick!

 

[schumigirl]

Lots of fuss about the Hoka shoes. I don't own them, wasn't sure if I'd like the soles. You'll have to let me know what you think of the New Balance version.

Yes, we love our girl...shedding and all! Our cat is a big shedder as well. The vacuum rarely gets put away, it's used so often!!



I had a vodka tonic last night, mostly because I was too lazy to go downstairs to the basement bar and get the gin. Very refreshing!!



I don't like the earlier darkness either. My least favorite day of the year is when we turn the clocks back, and have another hour of dark.



Sorry to hear your DD was delayed....no fun...


ONE WEEK!!!!



Another ONE WEEK person!!!



Your last meme!!! That is every single teenage boy in Wisconsin the majority of the winter!!



Have a super time with your DD!!



Hopefully getting rid of OG will be better for your project. Sounds like R is making sure all is done correctly!!









I've decided I'm going raspberry picking today. All 3 of us adore raspberries, and there is a place to pick your own about 10 minutes from me.
The only bummer is there are usually a fair amount of mosquitos to deal with....but I found our bug spray, and will wear long pants and sleeves. Hopefully that will do the trick!
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lol......one of Tom`s ex employees used to work in the South China Seas on submarines.....the man never wore long trousers unless it was a formal event and he was forced to. He hated being sent to do a job he had to put on work overalls.....he just felt he was cooking all the time, even in mid winter??? I used to get cold just looking at him if we ever met him outside in the winter.

Tom would be with you....he adores raspberries, I don`t like them unless they`re in some kind of alcohol......sounds like fun though and hope the repellant works.

We have lots of vodka`s of differing flavours and even some plain old Belvedere, but it`s one of our least favourite bases for cocktails....unless it`s a vodka martini of course.......we need to try them again.

Have fun.......




Been cleaning and polishing today, doing all sorts of jobs around the house which is always good for the soul to see everything gleaming!

Did think of walking into the village, but it is blowing a hoolie out there, will walk into village tomorrow afternoon I think if the wind has eased.

I`m starving. Nothing unusual around 4pm. I did enjoy my breakfast muffin this morning, so might have one of them to keep me going till dinner.........

 

[macraven]

We have had some drama this morning. Our painters are R (owns the company), J, and other guy. I don’t know his name so I will call him OG. R and OG showed up this morning and were arguing about another job. They bring in my cabinet doors and then OG tells R he needs to talk to him outside. They go outside and are gone for about 10 minutes. R come back and tells me that OG has just quit. It seems that OG has been taking too many shortcuts and R was not happy with him. OG doesn’t want to do the job to R’s standards, so he quit. Unfortunately our house is one of the places OG took some shortcuts, so R will be repainting a couple of walls today too.

You are fortunate to have an honest company leader.
It is dreadful to find out in later months or years, you had a shoddy job done in your house

Would cost you $$$$ to have it redone later in the future
Count this as a blessing you chose the best company

 

[J'aime Paris]

Success!!!!
I was able to pick 6 pints before the mosquitoes drove me away! I swear bug spray is next to useless on those buggers...
The hard work will make them taste all the better!

 

[schumigirl]

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Success!!!!
I was able to pick 6 pints before the mosquitoes drove me away! I swear bug spray is next to useless on those buggers...
The hard work will make them taste all the better!

They look amazing Lori!!

Don`t ever go to Scotland in the summer.....the midges will love you!

Are you going to do something with them, or just eat them as they are??



Just finished dinner, nice, shrimp were delicious, but cut a lot of fat off of the Parma Ham, I never saw her slice it or I would have asked for another section to be sliced, but very tasty.

Might have a beer tonight or maybe a cocktail.

Anyone watched the new show on Netflix called Midnight Mass? About a stranger and a mysterious priest......will give it a try I think, hope it`s spooky.......

 

[J'aime Paris]

They look amazing Lori!!

Don`t ever go to Scotland in the summer.....the midges will love you!

Are you going to do something with them, or just eat them as they are??



Just finished dinner, nice, shrimp were delicious, but cut a lot of fat off of the Parma Ham, I never saw her slice it or I would have asked for another section to be sliced, but very tasty.

Might have a beer tonight or maybe a cocktail.

Anyone watched the new show on Netflix called Midnight Mass? About a stranger and a mysterious priest......will give it a try I think, hope it`s spooky.......

Thanks, they are nice!
We will gorge ourselves on them fresh, and I will likely make a raspberry coffee cake too. I have an easy yet delicious recipe for that.
I'll run a pint of raspberries to DD along with her meal (asian meatballs over rice) and baked goodie tomorrow....Making chocolate chip cookies this afternoon for her.

Never heard of that Netflix show. Will have to let me know if it's good!

 

[schumigirl]

Thanks, they are nice!
We will gorge ourselves on them fresh, and I will likely make a raspberry coffee cake too. I have an easy yet delicious recipe for that.
I'll run a pint of raspberries to DD along with her meal (asian meatballs over rice) and baked goodie tomorrow....Making chocolate chip cookies this afternoon for her.

Never heard of that Netflix show. Will have to let me know if it's good!

She`ll love that....sounds good.

Never tried a raspberry cake with coffee, although never had raspberry in a cake, only in cookies with white chocolate......which I am now craving.......

 

[Metro West]

Love raspberries and those look delicious! Make something really good with those.

 

[J'aime Paris]

Love raspberries and those look delicious! Make something really good with those.

Yes, definitely!!

 

[Pumpkin1172]

Friday morning stop in

TGIF It feels like it was a long week. I'm just glad the weekend is here! Not sure what's happening yet this weekend. But it will probably include for puttering around, meal prep a couple of things, and maybe a movie night or two.

What? Am I the only one likes to raise hands on that last downhill, look at my not enthused riders:

I am usually hanging on for my life - screaming/laughing like a fool - and LOVING every minute of it!!!!!!!

Pumpkin, you may as well, we’ll all have to get a booster at some point anyway! Went out to lunch with friends this afternoon. Some gave me a hard time about traveling. They can, we’ve all known each other 25-30 yrs so they allowed! I know they are just concerned about my safety.

Yup...my sister has already been commenting about us talking about and planning a vacation. I work outside in the public EVERYDAY. My perspective of this whole thing is vastly different from hers. Oh well, each to their own Did you bring out the suitcases yet? I know your countdown i must be in the single digits.

We have had some drama this morning. Our painters are R (owns the company), J, and other guy. I don’t know his name so I will call him OG. R and OG showed up this morning and were arguing about another job. They bring in my cabinet doors and then OG tells R he needs to talk to him outside. They go outside and are gone for about 10 minutes. R come back and tells me that OG has just quit. It seems that OG has been taking too many shortcuts and R was not happy with him. OG doesn’t want to do the job to R’s standards, so he quit. Unfortunately our house is one of the places OG took some shortcuts, so R will be repainting a couple of walls today too.

As much as that sucks, it's a blessing in disguise. I can't tell you how many jobs dh has " fixed" over the years because of sub-par work. I hope your able to find a replacement contractor soon.

I've decided I'm going raspberry picking today. All 3 of us adore raspberries, and there is a place to pick your own about 10 minutes from me.
The only bummer is there are usually a fair amount of mosquitos to deal with....but I found our bug spray, and will wear long pants and sleeves. Hopefully that will do the trick!

YUM!!! Those raspberries looked amazing!!!! I love a good raspberry - especially as part of a yogurt parfait for breakfast!

Been cleaning and polishing today, doing all sorts of jobs around the house which is always good for the soul to see everything gleaming!

Some days, it feels good to do that. I love to putter and clean (at my own pace) the house. It is also great to sit with a beverage after to enjoy the look of all the work

Well, I should shuffle a few more papers. I'm thinking of leaving a little early today. It's pretty slow today, and there is not much left for me to do.

Have a great day everyone...and stay safe!!!!

 

[Charade67]

The kitchen paint project is complete. Yay! I’ll post before and after pictures once the countertops and are installed, but until then this will give you an idea.

Before



After

What a carry on! Shortcuts never work if you want a job done to a perfect standard. It`s time consuming enough having work done in your house, without it being redone

Our painter was a bit of a perfectionist, but we appreciate his attention to detail.

Someone (again, not me) bought a beautiful home made caramel and vanilla cheesecake that one of the farm store ladies makes.......it`s like the Cheesecake Factory, only larger!!! We`ll never eat it between the four of us. I plan to take some to the farm next to us, they`ll enjoy it.

Sounds yummy.

I don't like the earlier darkness either. My least favorite day of the year is when we turn the clocks back, and have another hour of dark.

I hate that day too. Why can’t we just leave time alone?

You are fortunate to have an honest company leader.
It is dreadful to find out in later months or years, you had a shoddy job done in your house

Would cost you $$$$ to have it redone later in the future
Count this as a blessing you chose the best company

We think we made a great choice. I have already had a neighbor ask me who we used. She says her kitchen looks like ours used to. (Dark and stuck in the 80’s.)

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Success!!!!
I was able to pick 6 pints before the mosquitoes drove me away! I swear bug spray is next to useless on those buggers...
The hard work will make them taste all the better!

Those look really good. Raspberry pairs really well with chocolate.

As much as that sucks, it's a blessing in disguise. I can't tell you how many jobs dh has " fixed" over the years because of sub-par work. I hope your able to find a replacement contractor soon.

No need. The owner finished the job himself. I just hope he is able to find a reliable replacement painter. I know he has been swamped with work lately.

Tonight is going to be another football night, but this time I am actually going to watch the game.

 

[soniam]

The last 2 days went so fast with little to show for it. The car got a flat/nail yesterday, so I had to take it to the tire place for repair. I had to wait 4 hours Luckily, I suspected it was going to be a long day, especially since DH had non-stop meetings all day until 6pm. So, I brought a camping chair, book, water, and snacks. No charge for the fix though, since we had the hazard insurance. When I got home last night after picking up DS from school, I realized the I had gotten sunburned I sat in the shade the whole time outside. I didn't want to sit inside with the maskless. Plus, the weather was beautiful. It must have been due to reflections from the road or something. My arms, neck, and tops of my legs are lobstered. That basically took up all day yesterday.

I don't know where today went. I guess I talked a while with my the friend from work who stopped by to pick up the MotoGP parking passes. We won't be in town, so we gave the tickets to him. Had to pick up groceries. However, I think I spent most of the day picking out camera equipment. I almost finished reading one of my photography books, and I think it encouraged me to get some equipment for HHN photos. I bought a new tripod; ours was cheap and ancient. Got a new card reader, because DS doesn't like me borrowing his. I also picked up some new filters: polarizing and gradient ND. I had to pay extra for faster shipping to get it here before I leave. I had to buy the stuff online from a photography store; Amazon didn't have any of it. Amazon did have the photography books I wanted, but they won't come in until later next month. Hopefully I can get more done this weekend with DH gone.

Also got notified that DS has half days next Friday and the following Friday due to the Austin City Limits music festival. It's across the river from his school, and people try to park near his school and walk across the bridge. I was really worried about the 2nd Friday, because DH was going to have to get him and get to the airport for them to fly to Orlando. We had decided he should probably pick him up a little early, but no need now.

@schumigirl Added all of the ingredients to make an authentic as possible Vesper for the release of the latest Bond film. Need to go buy it now.

Hope everyone in Orlando or heading there soon has a great trip. Have a good weekend everyone.

 

[Lynne G]

A great beef filet dinner, and more night time pool time. Had a good day, and enjoyed park time and burger lunch. Now relaxing after a refreshing hot shower.

Little one a MIB fan, so first ride of our day:


The sound and some of the aliens were not working, but always a fun ride.

And I always enjoy when characters are out:


Have a good night, and yay the weekend is coming tomorrow.

 

[macraven]

Thanks for sharing my favorite “thing” !

And super ride pictures again!

 

[Monykalyn]

very late start to today, little park time-DH wanted to get on velocicoaster again. I’m absolutely wiped out so we headed back for a rest, then dinner at Anojitos with family. I took leftovers back to resort then HHN for a couple houses. Came back early but Paige decided to do a few herself. DH and I were tired. Pool day tomorrow to rest the legs before final nite of HHN and RiP tour!
some random HHN pics, the Kitty Kat club from UtH tour from Case Files:Legendary truth house, and the Velocioaster! Missed Lynne and her dd today as we didn’t really do too much lol!

 

[macraven]

Such a cool picture of the sunset

Thanks fir being our reporter on the spot !
much appreciated..

 

[macraven]

I am way behind in being organized or set up for my trip

Life has gotten in the way and now I have to hustle this weekend to be ready to fly out next week

I hate stress

Mr Mac and I have an appointment with T-Mobile tomorrow late afternoon to straighten out our iPhone accounts
Was told it would take an hour to get things redone
I have had sprint since they became a company and have to switching over to the new set up


long story about this “mess” for another time

Hope all have sweet dreams tonight!
Tucking all the homies to bed now ..

 

[schumigirl]

Friday morning stop in

TGIF It feels like it was a long week. I'm just glad the weekend is here! Not sure what's happening yet this weekend. But it will probably include for puttering around, meal prep a couple of things, and maybe a movie night or two.


I am usually hanging on for my life - screaming/laughing like a fool - and LOVING every minute of it!!!!!!!

Yup...my sister has already been commenting about us talking about and planning a vacation. I work outside in the public EVERYDAY. My perspective of this whole thing is vastly different from hers. Oh well, each to their own Did you bring out the suitcases yet? I know your countdown i must be in the single digits.

As much as that sucks, it's a blessing in disguise. I can't tell you how many jobs dh has " fixed" over the years because of sub-par work. I hope your able to find a replacement contractor soon.

YUM!!! Those raspberries looked amazing!!!! I love a good raspberry - especially as part of a yogurt parfait for breakfast!

Some days, it feels good to do that. I love to putter and clean (at my own pace) the house. It is also great to sit with a beverage after to enjoy the look of all the work

Well, I should shuffle a few more papers. I'm thinking of leaving a little early today. It's pretty slow today, and there is not much left for me to do.

Have a great day everyone...and stay safe!!!!

I`ve been a day behind all week for some reason, so my week feels longer than usual.....but I think that`s good as weeks just seem to be disappearing....

Hope you did finish early and have a great weekend.......

The kitchen paint project is complete. Yay! I’ll post before and after pictures once the countertops and are installed, but until then this will give you an idea.

Before

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After
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Our painter was a bit of a perfectionist, but we appreciate his attention to detail.

Sounds yummy.

I hate that day too. Why can’t we just leave time alone?

We think we made a great choice. I have already had a neighbor ask me who we used. She says her kitchen looks like ours used to. (Dark and stuck in the 80’s.)

Those look really good. Raspberry pairs really well with chocolate.


No need. The owner finished the job himself. I just hope he is able to find a reliable replacement painter. I know he has been swamped with work lately.

Tonight is going to be another football night, but this time I am actually going to watch the game.

The doors look beautiful Charade.....you made a good choice, what a difference it`ll make to the room, you must be so pleased already!

The last 2 days went so fast with little to show for it. The car got a flat/nail yesterday, so I had to take it to the tire place for repair. I had to wait 4 hours Luckily, I suspected it was going to be a long day, especially since DH had non-stop meetings all day until 6pm. So, I brought a camping chair, book, water, and snacks. No charge for the fix though, since we had the hazard insurance. When I got home last night after picking up DS from school, I realized the I had gotten sunburned I sat in the shade the whole time outside. I didn't want to sit inside with the maskless. Plus, the weather was beautiful. It must have been due to reflections from the road or something. My arms, neck, and tops of my legs are lobstered. That basically took up all day yesterday.

I don't know where today went. I guess I talked a while with my the friend from work who stopped by to pick up the MotoGP parking passes. We won't be in town, so we gave the tickets to him. Had to pick up groceries. However, I think I spent most of the day picking out camera equipment. I almost finished reading one of my photography books, and I think it encouraged me to get some equipment for HHN photos. I bought a new tripod; ours was cheap and ancient. Got a new card reader, because DS doesn't like me borrowing his. I also picked up some new filters: polarizing and gradient ND. I had to pay extra for faster shipping to get it here before I leave. I had to buy the stuff online from a photography store; Amazon didn't have any of it. Amazon did have the photography books I wanted, but they won't come in until later next month. Hopefully I can get more done this weekend with DH gone.

Also got notified that DS has half days next Friday and the following Friday due to the Austin City Limits music festival. It's across the river from his school, and people try to park near his school and walk across the bridge. I was really worried about the 2nd Friday, because DH was going to have to get him and get to the airport for them to fly to Orlando. We had decided he should probably pick him up a little early, but no need now.

@schumigirl Added all of the ingredients to make an authentic as possible Vesper for the release of the latest Bond film. Need to go buy it now.

Hope everyone in Orlando or heading there soon has a great trip. Have a good weekend everyone.

Hope your son`s sunburn is better, ouch!

Oh nice cocktail! I`ve never used Kina Lillet, Vermouth usually works as a good stand in, don`t think I`ve ever seen it for sale here unless in a specialist company. Although of course it`s now called just lillet but I remember a bottle of the old named stuff hanging around my parent`s drinks cabinet for a few years! For medicinal reasons apparently.......lol......

very late start to today, little park time-DH wanted to get on velocicoaster again. I’m absolutely wiped out so we headed back for a rest, then dinner at Anojitos with family. I took leftovers back to resort then HHN for a couple houses. Came back early but Paige decided to do a few herself. DH and I were tired. Pool day tomorrow to rest the legs before final nite of HHN and RiP tour!
some random HHN pics, the Kitty Kat club from UtH tour from Case Files:Legendary truth house, and the Velocioaster! Missed Lynne and her dd today as we didn’t really do too much lol!

Lovely pictures Monyk......gald you`re having such a lovely time.

I am way behind in being organized or set up for my trip

Life has gotten in the way and now I have to hustle this weekend to be ready to fly out next week

I hate stress

Mr Mac and I have an appointment with T-Mobile tomorrow late afternoon to straighten out our iPhone accounts
Was told it would take an hour to get things redone
I have had sprint since they became a company and have to switching over to the new set up


long story about this “mess” for another time

Hope all have sweet dreams tonight!
Tucking all the homies to bed now ..

Oh I hope the appointment goes well today and not too time consuming!




Not sure about the new show on Netflix. Very slow and dreary start, but reviews say a little like Haunting of Hill House, give it a couple of episodes and it`ll get better. I think I guessed the twist though, or one of them.

Had a couple of pink gins last night, small ones of course and was in bed fairly early and slept like a rock.

Going to be dull today but around mid to high 60`s which will be nice for walking this morning, supposed to be meeting some friends for a mid afternoon glass of wine in our village, will see how we feel later. Will catch the qualifying for the Russian GP unless it gets rained off, and doing spicy chicken stir fries tonight.

Breakfast first though, then out walking, thrilled with the new walking shoes, they are very comfortable thankfully.

And Saturday again........

Have a lovely weekend ​

 

[Metro West]

Good morning all! Another weekend is upon us. I'm going to do my weekly chores today and then relax for the evening.

Have a great day!