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

[schumigirl]

Lasagne was lovely, probably about the only time I do actually eat pasta, not my favourite food and rarely eat it.....unless it`s chicken mac n cheese I make myself.

Feeling very full though, of course I could have eaten less of it, but it`s so nice.

Busy afternoon in the end too, our friends popped in as we won`t see them now till we come back as they are away in Austria, so I was instructed to bring back plenty of Tide pens! I should sell them!!

She was amazed she didn`t know I had never seen Edward Scissorhands......nope, never watched it, one of her favourite movies from back in the day.....it`s funny what you don`t know about friends at times.

Tom is making us a pot of tea, so will move through from the kitchen once it`s ready and just tea tonight, no room for a goody.

Will find a movie to watch later tonight too, bottle of wine to go with it!

 

[Charade67]

Greetings from central VA where it is 82 degrees and sunny one day and 51 and cloudy the next. Hey, at least it's not raining.
I am procrastinating. I should be cleaning the house right now. I really don't have too much to do. Mainly the floors need attention.
I'm a little annoyed right now. I got an email from the campus bookstore stating that select Champion merchandise was up to 25% off. I have been wanting a sweatshirt, so I went to the bookstore only to discover that this sale was set by Champion and the student workers has no idea which merchandise is on sale until they ring it up. What a stupid way to have a sale. I picked out a couple of shirts, neither was on sale, so I put them back and left.

Hehe, showed DH what was free for tomorrow and Saturday. Saw breakfast one for tomorrow, so nice to enjoy breakfast out with him. Free burger on Saturday, so I guess lunch or dinner out. Most likely lunch. And even nicer for all the family, free coffee for all of us on Saturday at Wawa.

Enjoy all the freebies. I think we are supposed to have some kind of military appreciation event and the football game tomorrow.

I`ll be able to pick up some stuff in America.......including those Tide pens that are so sought-after by so many of my friends over here!! Bath & Body works too!!

Would you believe that I have never used a Tide pen? I probably should buy some considering how often I drop food on my shirt. I swear sometimes I eat like a toddler.

Half day today and making some white chocolate and cranberry covered toffee later.

That sounds really good. I have never made toffee before.



Last night I had a weird dream that I was in Florida with my sister and some relatives from my mom's side of the family including a teen and some younger cousins. I was bored and decided that I needed to go to Universal Studios. My sister didn't want to go. I thought about taking the teen cousin but decided against it because all the little ones would want to come too and I didn't want to look after children. I woke up before making to the park. I guess this means I need to start planning another trip. B wants to go for her birthday next year. That gives me a whole year to plan.

 

[schumigirl]

Greetings from central VA where it is 82 degrees and sunny one day and 51 and cloudy the next. Hey, at least it's not raining.
I am procrastinating. I should be cleaning the house right now. I really don't have too much to do. Mainly the floors need attention.
I'm a little annoyed right now. I got an email from the campus bookstore stating that select Champion merchandise was up to 25% off. I have been wanting a sweatshirt, so I went to the bookstore only to discover that this sale was set by Champion and the student workers has no idea which merchandise is on sale until they ring it up. What a stupid way to have a sale. I picked out a couple of shirts, neither was on sale, so I put them back and left.


Enjoy all the freebies. I think we are supposed to have some kind of military appreciation event and the football game tomorrow.


Would you believe that I have never used a Tide pen? I probably should buy some considering how often I drop food on my shirt. I swear sometimes I eat like a toddler.


That sounds really good. I have never made toffee before.



Last night I had a weird dream that I was in Florida with my sister and some relatives from my mom's side of the family including a teen and some younger cousins. I was bored and decided that I needed to go to Universal Studios. My sister didn't want to go. I thought about taking the teen cousin but decided against it because all the little ones would want to come too and I didn't want to look after children. I woke up before making to the park. I guess this means I need to start planning another trip. B wants to go for her birthday next year. That gives me a whole year to plan.

I have to admit, I do tend to drop a few drips here and there and it`s always something colourful!!! They were a revelation to me as we don`t have something like that over here, not sure why, but everyone loves them!! I always have one in my handbag when we go out to eat anywhere now...checklist before I leave the house is....purse, phone, hairbrush, lipstick and Tide Pen......lol!

Dreams are fascinating aren`t they!! Tom loves when I recount my many dreams every morning......er, maybe not, but he`s polite






Going to be a decent day today, once it gets light we`ll see some blue sky this morning. And Im looking forward to spend the afternoon today and tomorrow putting up the Christmas trees and decorations, yep, earliest ever for us.

First I have my hair appointment this morning, three hours of pampering ahead.....Saturday`s are always their busiest day, I don`t usually go on a weekend, but we`re busy next week before we leave. Earliest appointment of the day for me.

We also have the two minute silence at 11am for Armistice Day, and everyone does stop for that of course, we still have the full services tomorrow around the country to remember the fallen, we always attend those services, very touching.

Chinese Takeout tonight for us, looking forward to that, lunch will be whatever, but bacon with a poached egg on toast this morning for breakfast and a few cups of tea before I leave.

It`s the weekend again.....have a good one!!

 

[Lynne G]

Ooh clear sky, and four degrees above freezing. But love a clear sky, as that moon is just a sliver, and even with suburban light, beautiful to see the cosmos. Time of year, Orion stars are easiest to see.

And wee, a weekend and Veteran’s Day is today for us. DH was up early, as he volunteered at a remembrance run, and a fair type of get together after. He’s one of the speakers. I’d go, but little one and I have a lunchtime showing of a movie. And taking two cars where it’s over an hour drive away, and almost the opposite direction of where the movie is, I made a no thanks. Plus, now I have a very quiet house. Put a load of wash on, and made my cup of tea. Will be taking a long hot shower sooner then later. House feels warm enough, so I like a later morning shower when on a lazy day.

Woot to Schumi’s countdown soon. Hope you enjoyed your hair salon visit this morning.

Hope all are having a wonderful start to this weekend, and it’s Veterans Day, today. Remember those who served today, and give a yay, it’s a Saturday. Hope all are getting a relaxing time some time today, and have a super happy Saturday.

 

[drenalin'junkie]

No one brought me a donut or biscuit for Veterans day yet and I've already changed the Goddaughter's tire this morning by 8.
Likely be Thai tonight for a friend's birthday but I'll be full of toffee and desserts by then

 

[macraven]

Both my dad and mom served in WW2
I have both their flags out in our front yard today
They were in active duty back in that time period.

They were buried in Bushnell.

Past few years brother and I would go there for the ceremonies.

He couldn’t make it with me to go this year so I am staying home today

 

[Charade67]

One hour until kickoff. We just finished lunch at our “tailgate”. Usually the food is provided by the campus dining services, but today it is catered by a local BBQ restaurant. This has been the best meal of the season. We have a choice of pork or chicken, a variety of sauces, baked beans, mac & cheese and assorted cookies and brownies. I am in a food coma right now.
Looking forward to seeing what they are going to do to honor our veterans this year.

 

[keishashadow]

Hey all. First time I’ve sat down today For more than a few minutes, whee. Need to check my steps. Packed the mr & jr off to the Pens game. i’m on tap for a long bubble bath & mindless “chick” stuff on the tube.

the mr insists on pumping my gas, yes, he is a keeper. On the way to Sams, noticed no line at Red Robin. There was a free burger Downed After all Today.

Surprised tho, they’ve raised their prices since we last dined there...free burger, another burger and two sodas. With an $8 tip, came to $35. A lot for a burger joint IMO, factoring in the freebie.

I did notice when we got home, there’s a $2.99 ”entertainment fee”. Googled that, turns out they automatically add it to all bills. Assume you will play the games on the that tabletop device.

Sounds like a class action suit waiting to happen IMO

lynne - very nice the husband offered up his time that way to speak at the program. My guy reminds me of my Dad. Neither ever would talk much about their service time.

The mr won’t even stand to be acknowledged at the parks when they call for it. We tease him about it. Just not the sort to want the attention. He enlisted and was on a carrier during Vietnam nam.

It is nice tho that they do acknowledge those who have served. We have our short memorials here tomorrow in town To attend. Then off to scrub carpets at Jr’s that my pooch defiled.

since it’s Veterans‘ day will bore you

Didn’t know until I was an adult what my dad did in WWII. He never would talk about it. was thrilled to see where he was assigned on another battleship (the USS Missouri) The seats still there, the anti-aircraft guns long removed.




They still had the long guns in place, huge.



I‘m sure you’ve all seen the picture of the Japanese surrender on the USS Missouri.


Had always assumed it was located in a large area. Nope, was outside in a relatively small one. The table was where the mr is standing, facing toward the bow.

Hope the appointment goes well, he does need some answers!!

Well, they cancelled it as we pulled into the parking lot of all things. No medical person there to see him. Said “we worked him into schedule next Friday” & instructed to go to ER, which we did. since when is that acceptable?

That ER dr said the teledoc dropped the ball and “forgot” to prescribe both antibiotics needed for diverticulitis. Ok, strike two. I was ready to beat somebody with a bat. Not literally But, a gal can dream.

would up getting another CAT scan, 2 bags of fluids and antibiotics. At least they doped him up to help with the stomach pain. That seemed to break the main part of the cycle in that regard.

Gave option of being transferred to another hospital that had a GI surgeon on duty to review things Or just come home and rest. I was thrilled DS went with #2. Seems to be hanging today.

Got my glasses and dollars in town today....did get a load of single dollars and fives for the Drag Show.....that`s being prepared

Lol armed & loaded, the better to see you there, my dears. You are going to have so much fun.

I’m on tap for the ruPaul gal’s xmas extravaganza this Wednesday. Not sure since a stage show whether I need to bring a stack of $1’s or not. Can’t hurt lol. Need to decide what to wear, glam or xmas or both hehe

Anybody ever make the alfredo from Alfredos? Make it about 3 or 4 times a year as it's too rich for regular use. So yummm.

the Alfredo from Alfredo’s? is that a thing?

not a fan, as you say, it’s a mouthful on the gut. Do usually make a bit for the easter buffet as two of the kids enjoy it

so I was instructed to bring back plenty of Tide pens! I should sell them!!

Hehe you should order a box wholesale

I guess this means I need to start planning another trip. B wants to go for her birthday next year. That gives me a whole year to plan

of course

Tom loves when I recount my many dreams every morning......er, maybe not, but he`s polite

As long as he nods his head at the appropriate times, it’s all good.

 

[Robo56]

Good Saturday evening everyone

To all our Veterans on the Sans and their families that have served in the military THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.


Sending out love and prayers to two of my great-Nephews in the military. One is in the Navy and one is in the Air Force.








Janet that is so awesome that you and your hubby were able to visit the ship your dad served on.

Robbie....glad the decorations are up...cheerful sight in these darker nights!! Have fun with the little guy today, such a joy to be around them.

Yes, it is so cheerful to turn on the Christmas Tree lights in the evening.

Had a wonderful time with little J.

Our main Christmas tree has 7000 lights on it, all LED so they are tiny. I thought it was 6000 but Tom just told me, nope 7000. But, we said last year we needed another 1000 on it, it sounds a lot, but it`s not too much. So we drove almost an hour to the garden centre where we always buy our lights.....they`ve changed companies!! It`s now a National chain and don`t carry what we want, they seem to be selling cheaper products for a more expensive price, they just didn`t look as good.

Sounds like a large tree. I bet is is beautiful with all the lights.

We`ll be putting everything up on Saturday afternoon, I have the salon in the morning and we like to do it all together, usually with a bottle of wine and some snacks. Perfect afternoon.

Hope you had a nice time decorating your house for Christmas.

That's great!!!! I've been thinking about pulling out some of them and getting started. Just so that I can enjoy them a little bit longer.

That is part the reason I like to get my Christmas decorations up so soon.

was able to upgrade our cabin on the end of the month cruise. Literally, took an hour of arm wrestling over the phone with RCCL to make the change Gratis, since the price dropped after my final payment date.

Great news on your cabin upgrade.

I told my Podiatrist after my foot broke/healed that custom orthotic didn’t feel right. She insisted it was fine. I’ve quit wearing them at this point.

When they did the new orthotics this time they brought what looked like a flat screen tv on wheels. It was actually a screen they placed my feet on to do a 3D mapping of my feet for the new orthotics. I had not seen that before. I still needed them to alter them a bit.

Sometimes you need a carmel brûlée frappe just to soldier on the rest of the day

Yep, Starbucks treat does seem to put the world right sometimes.

Jr has his Friendsgiving coming up. I make multiple side dishes for the gang. One guest who leans towards vegetarian, requested I make a sweet potato/yam mashed casserole using canned yams.

My sister makes sweet potato casserole and brings it for Thanksgiving. I looked for the recipe she shared with me.


She does not use the condensed milk in hers. She changes it up sometimes and tops it with pecans and browns sugar. It is very good. It does fill a 9 x 13 inch glass baking dish nicely. The butter is chopped up into small pieces and mixed in last.

Well, they cancelled it as we pulled into the parking lot of all things. No medical person there to see him. Said “we worked him into schedule next Friday” & instructed to go to ER, which we did. since when is that acceptable?

That is so disrespectful of that doctors office to do that.

That ER dr said the teledoc dropped the ball and “forgot” to prescribe both antibiotics needed for diverticulitis. Ok, strike two. I was ready to beat somebody with a bat. Not literally But, a gal can dream

Glad to hear he got the meds he needed finally. Getting the antibiotics started are crucial to start the healing process. Hopefully they ran the initial doses of antibiotics in his IV fluids. Diverticulitis is very painful. Wishing him a full recovery.


Staying busy with little projects around here.

Had a wonderful time with little J on Wednesday. We did a little shopping and he had a fun time at the play area at the Mall.

I went out early this morning and was able to get my Turkey for next week. There were not a lot of larger Turkeys to choose from. I did finally find a 23 pounder. I also found the hams I like to use for Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve and bought those too. I have had a problem getting those Hams past couple of years.

Weather has been bouncing around here. Cold one day warm the next.

Not much else going on. Sometimes that is good.

My sister sent me a picture of her white Christmas Tree she decorated today. It is beautiful.



Have a wonderful rest of evening everyone.

 

[Lynne G]

Yeah, Keisha, he is a good spoken guy. My dad served in WWII, Army in the Pacific Islands. He never talked about it, and actually DH doesn’t talk about his active duty time either. Though, I really don’t want to know.

Robo, good to see your post. Yay for getting the meats for your meal. Beautiful tree sister did. I have yet got my decorations out. Usually after thanksgiving. So far, only heard holiday songs in two stores. At Costco today, we saw much more holiday food and toys this time than our visit last week.

 

[schumigirl]

Hey all. First time I’ve sat down today For more than a few minutes, whee. Need to check my steps. Packed the mr & jr off to the Pens game. i’m on tap for a long bubble bath & mindless “chick” stuff on the tube.

the mr insists on pumping my gas, yes, he is a keeper. On the way to Sams, noticed no line at Red Robin. There was a free burger Downed After all Today.

Surprised tho, they’ve raised their prices since we last dined there...free burger, another burger and two sodas. With an $8 tip, came to $35. A lot for a burger joint IMO, factoring in the freebie.

I did notice when we got home, there’s a $2.99 ”entertainment fee”. Googled that, turns out they automatically add it to all bills. Assume you will play the games on the that tabletop device.

Sounds like a class action suit waiting to happen IMO

lynne - very nice the husband offered up his time that way to speak at the program. My guy reminds me of my Dad. Neither ever would talk much about their service time.

The mr won’t even stand to be acknowledged at the parks when they call for it. We tease him about it. Just not the sort to want the attention. He enlisted and was on a carrier during Vietnam nam.

It is nice tho that they do acknowledge those who have served. We have our short memorials here tomorrow in town To attend. Then off to scrub carpets at Jr’s that my pooch defiled.

since it’s Veterans‘ day will bore you

Didn’t know until I was an adult what my dad did in WWII. He never would talk about it. was thrilled to see where he was assigned on another battleship (the USS Missouri) The seats still there, the anti-aircraft guns long removed.


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They still had the long guns in place, huge.
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I‘m sure you’ve all seen the picture of the Japanese surrender on the USS Missouri.
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Had always assumed it was located in a large area. Nope, was outside in a relatively small one. The table was where the mr is standing, facing toward the bow.

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Well, they cancelled it as we pulled into the parking lot of all things. No medical person there to see him. Said “we worked him into schedule next Friday” & instructed to go to ER, which we did. since when is that acceptable?

That ER dr said the teledoc dropped the ball and “forgot” to prescribe both antibiotics needed for diverticulitis. Ok, strike two. I was ready to beat somebody with a bat. Not literally But, a gal can dream.

would up getting another CAT scan, 2 bags of fluids and antibiotics. At least they doped him up to help with the stomach pain. That seemed to break the main part of the cycle in that regard.

Gave option of being transferred to another hospital that had a GI surgeon on duty to review things Or just come home and rest. I was thrilled DS went with #2. Seems to be hanging today.


Lol armed & loaded, the better to see you there, my dears. You are going to have so much fun.

I’m on tap for the ruPaul gal’s xmas extravaganza this Wednesday. Not sure since a stage show whether I need to bring a stack of $1’s or not. Can’t hurt lol. Need to decide what to wear, glam or xmas or both hehe

the Alfredo from Alfredo’s? is that a thing?

not a fan, as you say, it’s a mouthful on the gut. Do usually make a bit for the easter buffet as two of the kids enjoy it

Hehe you should order a box wholesale

of course

As long as he nods his head at the appropriate times, it’s all good.

They`ll get there with your boy eventually. But goodness me I`d be at my wits end too and awful to be cancelled at such short notice!! I understand the give me a bat thought!! Time he had answers, poor guy, glad he got some relief yesterday though and went home, sometimes you just want to lay at home and be comfy.

lol.....yes, locked and loaded!! Oh you have to go Glam and Christmas for that show!!!! That will be amazing and yes, I`d take to dollars just in case, sounds so much fun!

I have 10 Tide pens on my list......yes, maybe a box might be a good idea!!

I will Tom is a very good listener, but I have known his eyes glaze over after a time if I`m on my second or third dream.....lol.....

Janet, not boring at all, those pictures are amazing!! And to know what your dad did must have filled you with so much pride and very emotional when you went on the ship. That generation seem a long time ago now.

I have seen that picture before, haven`t seen it for a long time though.

You mister has such a quiet dignity Janet, he certainly isn`t the type to look for attention even though it is much deserved. Bless him indeed and thank you for posting those.

Good Saturday evening everyone

To all our Veterans on the Sans and their families that have served in the military THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.

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Sending out love and prayers to two of my great-Nephews in the military. One is in the Navy and one is in the Air Force.

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Janet that is so awesome that you and your hubby were able to visit the ship your dad served on.


Yes, it is so cheerful to turn on the Christmas Tree lights in the evening.

Had a wonderful time with little J.



Sounds like a large tree. I bet is is beautiful with all the lights.


Hope you had a nice decorating your house for Christmas.


That is part the reason I like to get my Christmas decorations up so soon.


Great news on your cabin upgrade.


When they did the new orthotics this time they brought what looked like a flat screen tv on wheels. It was actually a screen they placed my feet on to do a 3D mapping of my feet for the new orthotics. I had not seen that before. I still needed them to alter them a bit.


Yep, Starbucks treat does seem to put the world right sometimes.


My sister makes sweet potato casserole and brings it for Thanksgiving. I looked for the recipe she share with me.
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She does not use the condensed milk in hers. She changes it up sometimes and tops it with pecans and browns sugar. It is very good.


That is so disrespectful of that doctors office to do that.


Glad to hear he got the meds he needed finally. Getting the antibiotics started are crucial to start the healing process. Hopefully they ran the initial doses of antibiotics in his IV fluids. Diverticulitis is very painful. Wishing him a full recovery.


Staying busy with little projects around here.

Had a wonderful time with little J on Wednesday. We did a little shopping and he had a fun time at the play area at the Mall.

I went out early this morning and was able to get my Turkey for next week. There were not a lot of larger Turkeys to choose from. I did finally find a 23 pounder. I also found the hams I like to use for Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve and bought those too. I have had a problem getting those Hams past couple of years.

Weather has been bouncing around here. Cold one day warm the next.

Not much else going on. Sometimes that is good.

My sister sent me a picture of her white Christmas Tree she decorated today. It is beautiful.

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Have a wonderful rest of evening everyone.


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Lovely tree picture, all white is beautiful!

The main tree is large, but weirdly 8000 lights don`t look excessive on it!! They are the tiny LED ones but even with the extra 1000 we still thought, yep, could do with some more, well I did.....it`s not often though Tom says no to me, but he looked at me as if to say.....no more....lol......well, maybe next year!

Yes, it is so cosy seeing everything lit up at night, so pretty.






I changed my settings yesterday (not sure why) and couldn`t get on to some websites for a couple of hours, finally Tom worked out what I`d done.....still not sure but I`ll try not to do it again!!

Had a lovely hair appointment, disappointed the owner didn`t plan to stop for the 2 minute silence, however her customers were very vocal it would be honoured and it was. But, lovely appointment as always, I had a lot cut off a sit had gorwn so much again, I`m pleased with the high/low lights too, takes some time but worth it.

Chinese takeout was beautiful! But, so filling, we put a lot in the trash at the end of it all, but we`d eaten enough. Nibbled a little throughout the day with some wine which filled us up too I think. But, lovely lazy Saturday night with my mister watching a movie or two. I did fall asleep at one point, poor Tom, eventually had to wake me as his arm went to sleep with me laying on it......lol.....oops!!!

Didn`t get all our stuff up yesterday, got the biggest two up and quite happy with that, so will carry on today although it`s a busy one.

This morning we have Remembrance Sunday, service starts at 9.30am and then the laying of the poppy wreaths before the 11am silence again. It`s always such an emotional service then walk to our war memorials, and all over the country too, we have veterans who are sadly diminishing every year and it is just so emotional. We`ll be well wrapped up as it`s going to be chilly, but glad there`s no rain forecast. Our war memorial is close to the church, so not too far for the older ones.

We had been invited to go to a brunch with some friends, but we wouldn`t be anywhere else on such a day, not quite sure why some think these are events to be missed to go and do something frivolous you can do anytime.

We have family and friends in the armed forces and think of them with nothing but pride, so yes, we`ll honour them by being there.

After that, this afternoon we`ll finish the decorating and I have baking to do for Kyle`s office, I told him I`d do some more chocolate chip cookies, I know cookies aren`t really baking as they are so easy, but keeps me out of mischief for a couple of hours, I do have a lot to bake for them.

We have a small rib roast for dinner tonight, might have a little left over for a sandwich tomorrow lunchtime, maybe!! Breakfast is pancakes for a change with some bacon and no maple syrup as we`ve run out, regular golden syrup will work. Several pots of tea this morning too.

Have a lovely Sunday.

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[schumigirl]

Both my dad and mom served in WW2
I have both their flags out in our front yard today
They were in active duty back in that time period.

They were buried in Bushnell.

Past few years brother and I would go there for the ceremonies.

He couldn’t make it with me to go this year so I am staying home today

Not sure why yours and Charade`s posts didn`t quote in my previous email??

Gremlins on my side I think!!

You`ll still remember and honour them mac, that`s the important part.

One hour until kickoff. We just finished lunch at our “tailgate”. Usually the food is provided by the campus dining services, but today it is catered by a local BBQ restaurant. This has been the best meal of the season. We have a choice of pork or chicken, a variety of sauces, baked beans, mac & cheese and assorted cookies and brownies. I am in a food coma right now.
Looking forward to seeing what they are going to do to honor our veterans this year.

Food coma`s are good at times, that does sound nice though.....apart from the beans for me, I just cannot eat them. Hope you had a lovely evening though.

 

[Lynne G]

Sunday is here. And so nice sunshine to greet us in the early morning. And I had my lightweight winter type jacket on, as DH wanted to stroll a little. Clear skies? Yep, so a cool over night, and even now at closer to mid morning, it’s still at freezing right now. Brr, but glad our 10 day forecast shows only rain chance at end of this week.

And so, being a Sunday, older one works, and will see those trash cans at the curb by later in the day, most heard after dinner time. And sometimes I even top it off, tomorrow morning. I will be up early for that week day routine. Though the trucks start to come, not much after 7 am. So I do that last minute dump around 6 am.

And ah yes, alarm set, as the weekend fun ends tonight. Thinking maybe I’ll stop in to see my sister. Hadn’t caught up with her much this week, so I’ll give her a ring before going to visit her. As we did grocery shopping yesterday, I don’t see much more we need. Did pick up fresh pasta, so I’m thinking pasta for dinner tonight. Have to use up the last couple of tomatoes too, so easy enough meal. And one, if we do have any leftover, is easy to nuke to reheat. All of us like pasta and noodles. And on a cool feeling day, pasta, with my own made red sauce, is the ticket.

Keisha, medical issues are annoying. I hope your DS is feeling better today, and feeling very good very soon. Mummy dust well wishes sent across the state to him.

So a good morning wish from this early bird at freezing temps, enjoying some tea, and an early breakfast, and now wishing all a most beautiful Sunday.

 

[drenalin'junkie]

Woke up to weather from Old Blighty, 50s and misty breezes. Start of a week long nor'Easter.

Donuts and toffee this morning and some Wagyu ribeye for din.

We have a memorial this afternoon for a friend who lost his battle with complications from losing a leg in a motorcycle accident.
Sadly some many gatherings of our longtime friends are at funerals these days.

 

[Charade67]

Good morning and happy Sunday. We have a absolutely no plans for today. There’s no race to watch, so I don’t know what to do.

Our team won again yesterday. I never was much if a football fan in the past, but it has been really exciting to have a winning season. I am curious to know what bowl game we will be going to. If it’s one within a reasonable drive dh and I might go.

I did notice when we got home, there’s a $2.99 ”entertainment fee”. Googled that, turns out they automatically add it to all bills. Assume you will play the games on the that tabletop device.

I will have to be on the lookout for that the next time we eat there. Chili’s once tried that with me. I insisted they take it off the bill. There wasn’t even a game device on my table.

Didn’t know until I was an adult what my dad did in WWII. He never would talk about it. was thrilled to see where he was assigned on another battleship (the USS Missouri) The seats still there, the anti-aircraft guns long removed.

My father served in Korea but never talked about it either. The only thing I really know is that he did not see combat.

Hope you son is able to get the relief he needs soon.

Weather has been bouncing around here. Cold one day warm the next.

Sounds like the weather here.

My sister sent me a picture of her white Christmas Tree she decorated today. It is beautiful.

Very pretty.

I will Tom is a very good listener, but I have known his eyes glaze over after a time if I`m on my second or third dream.....lol.....

My husband Is the same. I think he is a little jealous because he rarely remembers his dreams.

We have a memorial this afternoon for a friend who lost his battle with complications from losing a leg in a motorcycle accident.
Sadly some many gatherings of our longtime friends are at funerals these days.

Sorry to hear about the loss of your friend.


I have been thinking about another trip to Universal. I was considering January or February but noticed that all the Saturday dates in February are blocked for my pass. I could go late January, but I don’t see any AP rates. Does anyone know if they have been released?

 

[Lynne G]

Charade, they tend to show AP rates around 2 months out. I’d just keep checking. We got a great AP rate last year, end of January stay into beginning of February. I checked my old emails, and I got that great HR AP rate on January 4th. So three weeks before we stayed. Most likely I had a more costly rate before, and snagged that rate as I keep checking closer to my stay. We left the day little one’s pass not valid in Studios due to Mardi Gras starting day. Weather was nice. And even nicer, I did get that AP discount on the food gift card, as I could go into the Studios with my pass. Then I just met up with little one, who could use her pass in Islands.

Ooh still so sunny out, and enjoying it, as saying clouds to come around later in the day.

 

[schumigirl]

Good morning and happy Sunday. We have a absolutely no plans for today. There’s no race to watch, so I don’t know what to do.

Our team won again yesterday. I never was much if a football fan in the past, but it has been really exciting to have a winning season. I am curious to know what bowl game we will be going to. If it’s one within a reasonable drive dh and I might go.


I will have to be on the lookout for that the next time we eat there. Chili’s once tried that with me. I insisted they take it off the bill. There wasn’t even a game device on my table.


My father served in Korea but never talked about it either. The only thing I really know is that he did not see combat.

Hope you son is able to get the relief he needs soon.



Sounds like the weather here.


Very pretty.


My husband Is the same. I think he is a little jealous because he rarely remembers his dreams.


Sorry to hear about the loss of your friend.


I have been thinking about another trip to Universal. I was considering January or February but noticed that all the Saturday dates in February are blocked for my pass. I could go late January, but I don’t see any AP rates. Does anyone know if they have been released?

lol....Tom swears he doesn`t dream at all, only twice in 30 plus years has he ever said he`s had a dream.




It was a beautiful Remembrance Day service this morning. Very chilly though, so everyone was well wrapped up. Very emotional as always when celebrating our Armed Forces and so many turn out to support them and show respect.

Beautiful walk this morning too.

We had Kyle with us this afternoon, he had gone on a 20k run early this morning then he was my assistant in the kitchen today, he washed the baking trays after each batch of 6, took most of the afternoon but it was lovely having him with me today, we had a lot of laughs while we were in the kitchen.

I made the dough ahead of baking them so they go more toffee like, but they turned out exactly as I hoped, soft and gooey in the middle, I think his work colleagues will enjoy them, sending them almost 90 cookies and they`ll last till Friday unless they eat them all of course! Kyle had a good taste test and deemed them the best cookies ever!!! Praise indeed, they are incredibly gooey and chocolatey, lovely, even if I say so myself!!!

Yes mac....kept you one

Rib of beef was very nice indeed, just rare enough for us and yes, cookies with pots of tea afterwards. After such a busy day, going to sit on my butt and watch some tv or read the latest book, finally got round to ordering Tom Bower`s book Revenge, it`s quite good so far.

Busy couple of days ahead for us, got some parcels we hope will arrive before we leave on Thursday and a couple of little appointments too...leg waxing!!

Time for another cuppa and maybe just one more cookie.......

 

[drenalin'junkie]

Charade, we can't wait for the Vegas race.
We lve the college ball on Saturdays, it's just more fun.

Memorial was well attended, venue was overfull and so many people were really touched by our friend. Like a college or high school reunion in a way.

 

[Pumpkin1172]

Geeze it's been a hot minute since I checked in.

Worked my shifts in homecare on Wednesday & Thursday. I had Friday off as a vacation day - so I have an extra long weekend!!! And I have been enjoying every minute of it!

The weather has been glorious! But I have the feeling that we will be paying for this beautiful weather later this winter. Hopefully by then, we will be able to focus on a warm winter vacation (s) that we want to do this winter.

Dh and ds were successful in their hunting yesterday. They got one of the smaller game deer that they had tags for. They are out scouting again for the bigger game we have a tag for. They just headed back out to see if they will find them at dusk.

I headed out for a walk earlier today. I had to take advantage of the beautiful weather. Now I'm going to make some french onion soup and with fresh buns for sandwiches for when the hunters get home. I always try to make belly warming meals when when they return.

Anybody ever make the alfredo from Alfredos?

I used to when I stayed home with the kids. Now it's just easier and cheaper to buy the jarred one. I found a favorite one that we like - and on busy week nights - it's just easier! Although this year I did make and jar my own red pasta sauce with tomatoes I grew over the summer. I turned out delicious!!!!

We also have the two minute silence at 11am for Armistice Day, and everyone does stop for that of course, we still have the full services tomorrow around the country to remember the fallen, we always attend those services, very touching.

I didn't go to any services here in our town - but I did watch the service that was held in Ottawa. And if you are out ANYWHERE at 11:11 - everything stops and everywhere you hear the song (Last Post and Reveille) for everyone to acknowledge and give a moment of silence. Even our radio stations play it so traffic can stop.

The mr won’t even stand to be acknowledged at the parks when they call for it. We tease him about it. Just not the sort to want the attention. He enlisted and was on a carrier during Vietnam nam.

Dh has 2 men on his crew who were army men and served overseas. They are the same of your dh. Both of them have trained/work with our sons. They have told the boys a few stories of their time served. Dh and the boys have alot respect for them. They are great guys - and amazing at training newbies!!!! and for that - I am grateful for them.

My sister sent me a picture of her white Christmas Tree she decorated today. It is beautiful.

wow...that is beautiful

We have a absolutely no plans for today. There’s no race to watch, so I don’t know what to do.

I told dh the same thing - once he's done hunting - we will have a couple of boring months until it starts again!!! I'm just sad that #24 or #05 didn't pull out the big win. But Byron - has an amazing year!!!!!!!!

Well, I should get going - I need to pick up some broth for dinner tonight, I think I'll take another stroll to the store since the grocery store is close.

Have a great day everyone!

 

[macraven]

Usually order food out on the weekends but Mr Mac decided to change our usual schedule around.

He went to Publix and picked up a few pork steaks.
Turned out to be nice for a change of regular menu.

Think we will do this more often.
Have been bored with pizza weekends.

Weather has been good for us and will miss the warm weather at the end of this month.
December could be warm or cold, too soon to know yet.

Looks like some of you will be heading to Florida later this month.
Sending Mummy dust to all it will be warm weather while you are there.

whoever comes last to the sans needs to leave the light on tonight so no snubbed toes.