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Thanks! Especially since the Phillies are getting spanked by the Red Sox this weekend. Although I could always have a bon-fire. I'm not too upset about it right now becasue it seems if the Phillies win, the Flyers lose...so um, the Phillies need to go on a short losing streak for me

It was good Not as good as the 1st one, of course, but good!

Good!

Oh no, I hope he feels better and that Woody (or you and D) don't pick it up

The fever was fleeting - there and gone. He's graduated to the couch and did have some soup a couple of hours ago. I think he'll be fine soon.

CE, that sounds like an episode of The Real Housewives. But seriously, Sue has some issues to work on.

I just finished a true story of a lady that lost most of her money with Bernie Madoff called The Bag Lady Papers that was quite interesting. He stole from over over 13,500 investors. How does someone justify that to them self whilst living in the lap of luxury?

Ugh.

I finally just read The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo. I'd had it from my amazon.com program for probably more than a year, and I've started to hear stuff about a movie, so I thought I'd read it. It's very good - but because it's set in Sweden, about which I know nothing, the references are kind of confusing. I mean, I'm just not up on my Stockholm neighborhoods. But, I do recommend it.

Also, I had something called "32 Candles" from the program. Can't remember if it's been released yet or not, but I really, really liked it.

 

[Disneyland_Mama]

Thanks, now he has a fever of 101.8.

Ugh! Poor kiddo.

It was good Not as good as the 1st one, of course, but good!

We were going to go, but Evan said he didn't want to go, so we blew it off, along with Disneyland. Dang, I need a date with the Mouse, stat!

CE, that sounds like an episode of The Real Housewives. But seriously, Sue has some issues to work on.

So true!

T, I'm sorry to hear your job is coming to an end. Strange to say that! It's always good to learn new skills and meet new people though.

I know, right? I'm going to miss that extra cheddar, but I know I made some new friends that I'll see often.

I just finished a true story of a lady that lost most of her money with Bernie Madoff called The Bag Lady Papers that was quite interesting. He stole from over over 13,500 investors. How does someone justify that to them self whilst living in the lap of luxury?

What a scum-bag.

The fever was fleeting - there and gone. He's graduated to the couch and did have some soup a couple of hours ago. I think he'll be fine soon.

Well, that's promising.

I finally just read The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo. I'd had it from my amazon.com program for probably more than a year, and I've started to hear stuff about a movie, so I thought I'd read it. It's very good - but because it's set in Sweden, about which I know nothing, the references are kind of confusing. I mean, I'm just not up on my Stockholm neighborhoods. But, I do recommend it.

I was wondering about that book. It's on my B&N recommends list. I think I'll add it to my Nook.

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Well, I worked longer than I had expected, so we blew off Disneyland and then Evan decided he didn't want to see Shrek, so we just went and did some shopping.

Grilling some carne asada, pollo asado and washing it down with some Corona's. We're channeling our inner browness tonight. Oh and it's count down to the Laker game!!!

Ooh... guess what came in the mail yesterday??? Our Magical Express Docs!!!

Hope everyone had a great weekend!

 

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Ugh! Poor kiddo.

Yeah, and now it's back and he's definitely not going to school tomorrow. D just called that he's back in New England, so that's good.

T, he was in Thermal, CA. Said it was hot.

I was wondering about that book. It's on my B&N recommends list. I think I'll add it to my Nook.

I liked it. Might have run a bit long at the end, but it was well-written.

Ooh... guess what came in the mail yesterday??? Our Magical Express Docs!!!

WOOHOO!

 

[jcc0621]

Janet, the Braves are tied with the Pirates in the 8th.

The Phillies got smoked

The fever was fleeting - there and gone. He's graduated to the couch and did have some soup a couple of hours ago. I think he'll be fine soon.

Good

We were going to go, but Evan said he didn't want to go, so we blew it off, along with Disneyland. Dang, I need a date with the Mouse, stat!

Me too! When you do go to see it I think you (and the kids) will like it!

Well, I worked longer than I had expected, so we blew off Disneyland and then Evan decided he didn't want to see Shrek, so we just went and did some shopping.

Buy anything good?

Ooh... guess what came in the mail yesterday??? Our Magical Express Docs!!!

You are so close

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So did I mention I am in charge of the party for Jimmy's class for the last day of school. The parents wanted to get together and get a gift for the teacher, and while we were all talking about that, we came up with the idea to have a party for them to celebrate moving up to the 2nd grade. It's really more a gift for the teacher, becasue as you know that last day is brutal for them We are collecting $8 from each kid and that is going to cover a gift for the teacher and the rest will go towards the party. Figuring it is going to be HOT on June 18th we are having a water ice party. Water Ice isn't that expensive so I am going to use the rest to make up little "summer gift bags" for the kids. There are 20 kids, so I have been cehcking out oriental traing company. I got party bags (summer themed) at the dollar store. Things I am looking at to put in them are bubbles and stickers and...um, yeah that's all I've got so far. Any ideas? Where are my crafty Fockers?

Watching an episode of Dora and then bath and bed. Jimmy has OT tomorrow and Jim has another playoff game (yeah for a team we didn't think would even win a game they are in the second round). Becacue of the I aave. to get into work early, so I can leave early without using a ton of my time. If I can get in for 7:30 I actually won't have to use any time Let's hope Jimmy is cooperative tomorrow

BBL

 

[Muffinygood]

Mel! No luck with DVC, just gonna book at one of the resorts. My dreams of BC are slowly diminishing. I've now moved on to looking into the Fort Wilderness Cabins. They seem like the best fit for our group and it's cheaper. We have a car, so we'll survive driving to Epcot as opposed to walking there. I'll stay at BC someday, just not this trip. Hopefully it'll be for a longer stay to truly enjoy the pool

I'm jealous I want to go see 311 and Offspring!

Hi Honey!
Sorry about the DVC mess. Wish we could help you guys. We could normally, but that BLT emptied the cupboard. That view don't come cheap. I have really been tempted to stay at FWC's. As V said, it's really peaceful there. Also, as I don't particularly like people *lol* it appeals to my sense of needing to be solitary occasionally. Wherever you end up, I'm sure it will be lovely.
Oh, and there are still tix. Come on up! :O)

Amen to that Mel - I half did my master and need to finish it AND my 2nd bathroom someday. It ain't cheap, and it ain't fun. Bleh!

No kidding! I don't even want to know how much because I know it will be so much it will depress me. So sad....

It's been a wacky week at work; I'm ready for it to be over. And I have a fun weekend ahead... my stylist friend is visiting and giving me and a bunch of friends Brazilian Blowouts! Within the next 24 hours, I'll look like Gisele, or Adriana!

Did anyone else think something TOTALLY PERVERTED there? LOL. No? Just me....? LOL!!!!

I started by gutting the whole thing. Went over to Home Depot and bought a new vanity, sink, fixtures, medicine cabinet, storage cabinet and paint and went to town. Actually, we had to do a lot of prep work, filling holes and primer work. It's not a total remodel, just a nice face lift. Still keeping the shower until and the tile floor.
I bought the vanity in "Espresso" with a white bibbed sink and painted it a color I want to call "spa teal". It's a cross between green/blue/grey. Then I'm going with chocolate brown accessories. I'll take pics when it's done.

Sounds so nice! Our bath is blue and white. It's horrid. I love the idea of brown and a lightish teal. Sounds very soothing. Can't wait for pics!

How are you feeling?

Jim has an interview today so lots of pixie dust and finger crossing please

I'm doing alright. The pressure won't go down. He's got me on more drops now and he's done one revision and one needling. I don't know what else he could possibly do. I just wish he'd throw in the towel sometimes.
Thanks for asking. You know I'm not one to dwell/feel miserable/whine, but it's really nice to know that you guys care.

And, sending loads of love to Jim for the interview. I've since seen that he thought it went well. I know how much he would like the job, so please tell him we send our luck!

I am really very hurt at the things that were said to me.

Naturally. But, I don't think it was because we said things that were untrue.

After the general job stuff that was said, it became a personal attack and thats why I was so hurt.

If the comments are addressed to you, the only thing it could be is "personal." No one was attacking you. We care. And, since I was ALSO a depressed person who sat on the couch, read and did little else all day, I knew that what you're doing is the sign of a depressed person. Pointing that out equals caring in my book. If I didn't care, I would ignore you. The truth hurts sometimes. Sadly, the only glimpse into your life that we get is the one you offer and that one is not always pretty.

No one can know how I am as an employee for any job.

Yeah, except for the info you give us, you're right.

Friends just don't do that to friends in a hurtful way

So, do friends ignore warning signs? Do they keep things to themselves for fear of hurting someone's feelings? Do they pretend you haven't mentioned money, marriage, employment and health issues before? Please. T was right on. She said something because she cared. I said something because sometimes you need a kick in the pants to move forward. If you don't need (or want) the kick, ignore ME.

Hi, Mel! Which beach?

Good Harbor in Gloucester. Do you know it? It's gorgeous. We're going to be there for 2 weeks. I can't wait.

I'll try to do better keeping up.

Girl, you have no reason to feel bad. Your life is NUTSO!

I feel that D is very lucky that I love him, as it's going to be 12 straight days with his most difficult relatives. Wish me luck! (Thankfully, I have 2 months to get myself prepped for this... )

I totally hear you. NB's parents are coming in June. When? Oh, I have no clue. They don't do "let someone know when they're coming." I love having the MIL visit, but the FIL adds a weird stress to the situation. I don't think that I could do it in a cabin. That's not going to be fun! Any chance you can go back home for a few days without D and the boys? LOL

Thank you! The meds do seem to be working.

I am so glad. They have really helped me so much. Weirdly, too. Like I hadn't really noticed that sometimes I'm a raving wench. LOL But, now I'm only sometimes a raving wench.

And the sprinkler won't turn off for some reason, so I'll call the guy next week. Look at my take charge attitude! Still don't like being in charge however.

I laughed when I read that part! NB goes away and I am forced to be in charge. I hate it too. However, you're doing a great job! Keeping busy is good too.

Evening all !!! Had another good day at work, am all caught up , well still filing to do!! Darn stuff wont file itself:rotfl2

Gosh Rosie. You are like the Energizer Bunny. Good Job, Kyle!

D says I should just wait until I see her and not do ANYTHING over email - gee, why not? .

And I'm sure the girl who's leaving knows something. She's probably like me - hoping to stay far, far away.

Crazy drama!!!! I say stay far away!

I've really enjoyed working for the Census, met all kinds of really great people in my community and made some nice cheddar, but DUDES, I am DONE! Full-time work is just too much for me! Mad props to you working Mom's out there!!

The work sounds challenging. Meshing all those different people into the role of a defined job must have been interesting! ITA, the working moms. No freaking way am I cut out for that. I'd be crying in a corner in under a day. I'm a wuss.

 

[Muffinygood]

I'm such a slacker at the moment, I'm also not going to quote so that makes me even worse right?

Bad Jo. Go to the corner.

Oh also on Friday I had my new dishwasher delivered and the tap on the pipe didn't turn off properly so when I disconnected it I had water shooting all around the kitchen, up the walls, on the ceiling, on the windows etc Fun, fun, fun!!!! Oh and I took delivery of the hamper I won, it's pretty neat and I had another parcel turn up which was a DAB radio for the car worth over $100 which I won too

Wow. You are the luckiest girl!! The crazy dishwasher story was funny. How come we're never videotaping when these things happen???
Miss you!!!

Shrek The Final Chapter (or whatever the heck it is called). Not much else planned for the day. Hope you all have a good one!

ROFL!!!

So, Tara called me just after I posted that last message, and the third girl started throwing up on their way here. So, they just stayed here until her mom came here to get her, so that Tara wouldn't have to drive her any further. Yikes.

Yikes is right. BLECH, vomit!!! Sorry the boy/boys are ill. **hugs**

I paid for everything for the bathroom's facelift, and our Disney trip in July is an ALL cash trip! The rest of it, I'm going to sock away as we want to do a Grand Canyon trip in the fall.

YAY!!! Awesome!

I am so ecstatic! She's a wonderful teacher and everyone requests her and loved being her Room Parent. We told Maddie and she was just beaming! She's actually looking forward to the fall.
Whew, that was long!

See, it worked out!

Jimmy has 20 in his class and there are 3 1st grades.

You guys are lucky! Gus' elementary had 33 in each class last year (5th) and next year (2010-11) has just approved a total of 40 (!!!!) for each. Crazy.

My dad's motto was everyone in this house works...if we had a dog, the dog would work. He keeps asking if Tinkerbell has gottena job yet

Your dad is hilarious! LOL!

I just finished a true story of a lady that lost most of her money with Bernie Madoff called The Bag Lady Papers that was quite interesting. He stole from over over 13,500 investors. How does someone justify that to them self whilst living in the lap of luxury?

Easy. He can't hear them in his penthouse. LOL

I finally just read The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo. I'd had it from my amazon.com program for probably more than a year, and I've started to hear stuff about a movie, so I thought I'd read it. It's very good - but because it's set in Sweden, about which I know nothing, the references are kind of confusing. I mean, I'm just not up on my Stockholm neighborhoods. But, I do recommend it.

Also, I had something called "32 Candles" from the program. Can't remember if it's been released yet or not, but I really, really liked it.

My librarian friend recommended that one to me. I picked it up at BandN but couldn't see it interesting me. Have you read anything by Nevada Barr? She's amazing.

Ooh... guess what came in the mail yesterday??? Our Magical Express Docs!!!

YAY!!!! So cool!!!!

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I am so tired from my weekends, I think I will make Monday the new Sunday. LOL. The weather is crazy here which isn't helping. I think it hit 87 today. That is just unheard of for Michigan. I mean, not even in August, usually!

The boys did the mowing, trimming and all that today. I felt bad for them, but NB wouldn't even let me help. He's so overprotective sometimes. I don't want to sit inside like an invalid all the time.

Send your virtual hugs to poor NotBob today though. He had to give our baby the "TALK" today. It was horrible. He was a wreck. You'd think he'd be fine since he already did this with SD 6 years ago...nope. He was so nervous. And he talked WITH HIS HANDS ALOT. I am still giggling about it and it was hours ago. Poor NB. That's it. It's official. There are no more children in my house. Only men and young men. *sniff*

I will be trying to keep up here more. Missed you guys. Take care!

Mel

 

[Disneyland_Mama]

I am so glad. They have really helped me so much. Weirdly, too. Like I hadn't really noticed that sometimes I'm a raving wench. LOL But, now I'm only sometimes a raving wench.

Dude. I think I need meds.


You've got some serious funny going on, Mel.

 

[DisneyJo]

I'll be back to quote later but after getting up at 5am I'm still LOST

 

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I'm doing alright. The pressure won't go down. He's got me on more drops now and he's done one revision and one needling. I don't know what else he could possibly do. I just wish he'd throw in the towel sometimes.

I'm sorry, hon.

Good Harbor in Gloucester. Do you know it? It's gorgeous. We're going to be there for 2 weeks. I can't wait.

I've been to Wingaersheek out that way, but it was the summer before the kids came... I love to go into Gloucester, though - we often take visitors out there. Let me know when you'll be around - I wouldn't mind a beach day...

I totally hear you. NB's parents are coming in June. When? Oh, I have no clue. They don't do "let someone know when they're coming." I love having the MIL visit, but the FIL adds a weird stress to the situation. I don't think that I could do it in a cabin. That's not going to be fun! Any chance you can go back home for a few days without D and the boys? LOL

Believe me, I've considered it. It's only the drive to the lake that we do all the time, anyway. I feel sure I'll need some tennis practice or something, that requires me to be home overnight. (Actually, quite truthfully, my actual level 2.5 team is looking really good for the summer league and we may be heading to the district tournament, so practice isn't a bad idea if that happens...)

Yikes is right. BLECH, vomit!!! Sorry the boy/boys are ill. **hugs**

Thanks, so far just the one - and hey, I didn't really have to deal with it!

Buzz is home. He's down to 99, which is not bad, but since he went to bed at 101.1, I felt he'd better stay home. Luckily D's here, so we can switch out with stuff to do.

You guys are lucky! Gus' elementary had 33 in each class last year (5th) and next year (2010-11) has just approved a total of 40 (!!!!) for each. Crazy.

They just approved 28/room for the "upper elementary" - 5th/6th - for next year, but I guess numbers are falling as we move up.

My librarian friend recommended that one to me. I picked it up at BandN but couldn't see it interesting me. Have you read anything by Nevada Barr? She's amazing.

I did, long ago, but never got that into them. I think I may even have one on my shelf from the paperbackswap.com thing, as a recommendation. I'll have to take another look!

He was so nervous. And he talked WITH HIS HANDS ALOT.

Teehee!

I'll be back to quote later but after getting up at 5am I'm still LOST

I never watched it, but of course have been hearing tons about the finale all weekend.

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D got back not long after I put the kids to bed last night, and we watched some shows and that's about it.

We meant to let Buzz sleep in, but he has come downstairs wanting breakfast (a good sign, I think - he didn't really eat anything last night, even) just after Woody got on the bus. I have tennis drills at 9:00, which I like - it's a good time.

Oops, except that he ate half an Eggo and said he didn't feel well, and went back to bed.

Of course, we'd gotten a note that tomorrow and Wed. are standardized tests days, and please keep absences to a minimum. Hopefully he'll be OK by then, but...

Poor kiddo.

Anyway, hope everyone has a good morning (or a nice afternoon nap, Jo! ) and I'll pop back on later!

 

[jcc0621]

Did anyone else think something TOTALLY PERVERTED there? LOL. No? Just me....? LOL!!!!

I'm doing alright. The pressure won't go down. He's got me on more drops now and he's done one revision and one needling. I don't know what else he could possibly do. I just wish he'd throw in the towel sometimes. Thanks for asking. You know I'm not one to dwell/feel miserable/whine, but it's really nice to know that you guys care.

I know your pain my friend!

And, sending loads of love to Jim for the interview. I've since seen that he thought it went well. I know how much he would like the job, so please tell him we send our luck!

Will do. Thanks!

I totally hear you. NB's parents are coming in June. When? Oh, I have no clue. They don't do "let someone know when they're coming." I love having the MIL visit, but the FIL adds a weird stress to the situation. I don't think that I could do it in a cabin. That's not going to be fun! Any chance you can go back home for a few days without D and the boys? LOL[/QUOTE}

OMG! I would kill my parents if they did this to us My mother has been telling me since January that they are coming up in July. I have the dates and everything. On the plus side, they don't stay with us

You guys are lucky! Gus' elementary had 33 in each class last year (5th) and next year (2010-11) has just approved a total of 40 (!!!!) for each. Crazy.

Yikes! Last year Jimmy had 30 kids in his Kindergarten, but this new superintendent wanted smaller class sizes for the lower grades (K-3), so there is 3 classes of each grade now! THe nummbers will increase once he gets to 4th grade.

Your dad is hilarious! LOL![/QUOTE}

I am so tired from my weekends, I think I will make Monday the new Sunday. LOL. The weather is crazy here which isn't helping. I think it hit 87 today. That is just unheard of for Michigan. I mean, not even in August, usually![/QUOTE}

I think there should only be 4 day work weeks, but nobody wants to let me do that

I don't want to sit inside like an invalid all the time.

Send your virtual hugs to poor NotBob today though. He had to give our baby the "TALK" today. It was horrible. He was a wreck. You'd think he'd be fine since he already did this with SD 6 years ago...nope. He was so nervous. And he talked WITH HIS HANDS ALOT. I am still giggling about it and it was hours ago. Poor NB. That's it. It's official. There are no more children in my house. Only men and young men. *sniff*[/QUOTE}

Poor NB and poor you BUt do I really want to know what he was using his hands for

I will be trying to keep up here more. Missed you guys. Take care!

Mel

We miss you too

I'll be back to quote later but after getting up at 5am I'm still LOST

APparently you aren't the only one Jo. I don't watch, but alot of people I know who did are all talking about how confused they are!

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Good Morning all. It's monday and dreary, but the sun is supposed to come out soon **fingers crossed**. We need it to clear up so Jim's team can get their game in today (and hopefully lode becasue I am sick of softball messing with my schedule).

Was in work at 7:30 so I can leave at 3:30. Jimmy has his OT appointment today. AFter that it will be home, homework, dinner, and then the Flyers game.

Its actually a weird/busy week. Leaving early today for the OT appointment, Off tomorrow for the class trip to the zoo, leaving early Wednesday for Jimmy's Nuerology appointment (follow-up of the siezure), Training on Thursday (only an hour or so at lunch time), and then off Friday for the School Fair. Glad next weekend is a long weekend for Memorial Day, I am going to need all three days to recover

 

[jcc0621]

Buzz is home. He's down to 99, which is not bad, but since he went to bed at 101.1, I felt he'd better stay home. Luckily D's here, so we can switch out with stuff to do.

Hope he feels better soon

They just approved 28/room for the "upper elementary" - 5th/6th - for next year, but I guess numbers are falling as we move up.

That's still not a bad ratio!

We meant to let Buzz sleep in, but he has come downstairs wanting breakfast (a good sign, I think - he didn't really eat anything last night, even) just after Woody got on the bus. I have tennis drills at 9:00, which I like - it's a good time.

Glad he wants to eat...always a good sign Hope tennis is drama free!

Oops, except that he ate half an Eggo and said he didn't feel well, and went back to bed. [/QUOTE}

Oh no

Of course, we'd gotten a note that tomorrow and Wed. are standardized tests days, and please keep absences to a minimum. Hopefully he'll be OK by then, but...[/QUOTE}

I hate standardized tests. Jimmy has what is called prdictive testing on Wednesday and Thursday. The sem week they have their trip on Tuesday and the SPring Fair on Friday. Yeah they are really going to concentrate

Anyway, hope everyone has a good morning (or a nice afternoon nap, Jo! ) and I'll pop back on later!

Have a good one.

 

[askelton]

I finally just read The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo.

I have it too but haven't read it yet.

Also, I had something called "32 Candles" from the program. Can't remember if it's been released yet or not, but I really, really liked it.

Add that to my list too.

Ooh... guess what came in the mail yesterday??? Our Magical Express Docs!!!

So did I mention I am in charge of the party for Jimmy's class for the last day of school.

Of course you are! What about those $1.00 glow bracelets from Michael's or sidewalk chalk. The $1.00 section at Target may have some things.

I'm doing alright. The pressure won't go down. He's got me on more drops now and he's done one revision and one needling.

I didn't realize you were still going through this.

Send your virtual hugs to poor NotBob today though. He had to give our baby the "TALK" today.

Very important but not a comfortable situation.

Buzz is home. He's down to 99, which is not bad, but since he went to bed at 101.1, I felt he'd better stay home.

I hope you don't get ill too.

I never watched it, but of course have been hearing tons about the finale all weekend.

I've never watched either, but after hearing the discussion of the ending, I don't think I was missing anything.

Its actually a weird/busy week. Leaving early today for the OT appointment, Off tomorrow for the class trip to the zoo, leaving early Wednesday for Jimmy's Nuerology appointment (follow-up of the siezure), Training on Thursday (only an hour or so at lunch time), and then off Friday for the School Fair. Glad next weekend is a long weekend for Memorial Day, I am going to need all three days to recover

The pool people are to be here this afternoon, and my new best friend Megan at the pool store, found a coupon to give me 25% off instead of 15%. I guess if you spend lots of money there, they entice you to spend more.

 

[jcc0621]

Of course you are! What about those $1.00 glow bracelets from Michael's or sidewalk chalk. The $1.00 section at Target may have some things.

Yeah, you know becasue I have all that extra time Sidewalk Chalkis a great idea. I was going to do sand buckets, but they are a bit over our budget, even at oriental traiding, so I gfound some really cute gift bags with a beach theme on on them

I've never watched either, but after hearing the discussion of the ending, I don't think I was missing anything.

Everyone here at work is talking about it, and I have no clue

The pool people are to be here this afternoon, and my new best friend Megan at the pool store, found a coupon to give me 25% off instead of 15%. I guess if you spend lots of money there, they entice you to spend more.

She knows a good customer when she sees one!

 

[PrincessV]

Morning! I read through, but don't have time to quote: I laughed, I cried, I sent many virtual hugs all around!

What a whirlwind weekend Spent lots of time with my dear friend, got a little Pool:30 in, ate a ton, and chilled at the beach.

Oh, and got new hair:

Both are after having the Brazilian Blowout... the first required NO flat-iron, NO round brush and a mere 5 minutes of blow-drying! To get that look before would have taken all of those instruments and an hour or more of my precious time.

The second was air-dried and then touched a little with a curling iron; still 5 minutes of styling time.

I'm delirious, I'm so happy!

 

[Muffinygood]

Must run out to do some things, and want to quote more....
Had to respond to this. Love your hair straight. Went and checked out the website. WOW. Now I want to do it too.
How long does it last?

 

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I hate standardized tests. Jimmy has what is called prdictive testing on Wednesday and Thursday. The sem week they have their trip on Tuesday and the SPring Fair on Friday. Yeah they are really going to concentrate

Yeah, I can't remember what these are. They're not the official NH state tests - those are in 3rd grade.

The pool people are to be here this afternoon, and my new best friend Megan at the pool store, found a coupon to give me 25% off instead of 15%. I guess if you spend lots of money there, they entice you to spend more.

Still, WTG Megan!

Oh, and got new hair:

Both are after having the Brazilian Blowout... the first required NO flat-iron, NO round brush and a mere 5 minutes of blow-drying! To get that look before would have taken all of those instruments and an hour or more of my precious time.

The second was air-dried and then touched a little with a curling iron; still 5 minutes of styling time.

I'm delirious, I'm so happy!

You look great - but I'm still a bit confused. Is this a sort of permanent type thing, or will it go away after a wash? Just curious - I saw the website and thought all the afters looked great!

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My tennis went well - I played with the girl I'm playing with tomorrow night in the "up" level, and we held our own. We both just "sub" into these drills, so we were playing higher level players - yay us!

Then I ran to the grocery store. I got back to an empty house, but I guess D & Buzz took the dog for a walk. Buzz is cheerful, up, and fever-free, so that's all good news. He's reading in his room, though - have barely heard a peep from him.

D is starting on building the new ceiling (he has the frame up, but is now installing drywall) and I think I should go mow before it gets any hotter - it's 77 now.

But in the meanwhile, I'm eating some Icelandic yogurt. Anyone tried it? It's ridiculously thick, and tastes more like a Greek style. Pretty good if you like the Greek.

 

[jcc0621]

What a whirlwind weekend Spent lots of time with my dear friend, got a little Pool:30 in, ate a ton, and chilled at the beach.

Sounds great!

Oh, and got new hair:

Love it!

My tennis went well - I played with the girl I'm playing with tomorrow night in the "up" level, and we held our own. We both just "sub" into these drills, so we were playing higher level players - yay us!

Great job!

Then I ran to the grocery store. I got back to an empty house, but I guess D & Buzz took the dog for a walk. Buzz is cheerful, up, and fever-free, so that's all good news. He's reading in his room, though - have barely heard a peep from him.

Great news.

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So I have a sick (sort of) kiddo at home. The nurse called and said he was complaining of a stomache ache. And he felt warm. She said no fever, but since he not normally a complainer she called me. I bought him home and he seems fine. He is not vomiting and no fever, so I am hoping all is a go for his classs trip tomorrow. [I have a feeling that he might be a bit constipated as he didn't go yesterday or today.] He will be so disappointed if he can't go. Keep your fingers crossed for him Although when I told him I was going to cancel his OT appointment he got all upset. He really likes Miss Sarah Since he seems to be doing okay I think I am going to wait until the last minute to make that decision.

 

[PrincessV]

Had to respond to this. Love your hair straight. Went and checked out the website. WOW. Now I want to do it too.
How long does it last?

Thank you! See below...

You look great - but I'm still a bit confused. Is this a sort of permanent type thing, or will it go away after a wash?

Thanks!

It'll last a good 10-12 weeks. It's not permanent and doesn't actually straighten - what it really does is coat hair in liquid keratin; the stuff goes on wet and the stylist blow-dries it as smooth as possible, then seals it with a 450* flat iron. It gets rinsed and voila- frizz-free hair for weeks! It's a little too straight right now, but it'll loosen up some; my waves are still there, just minus the frizz. My curly-haired friend still has her curls after getting the BB, but they're frizz-free, too! It leaves hair really smooth and healthy, too. I can't recommend it enough!

But in the meanwhile, I'm eating some Icelandic yogurt. Anyone tried it? It's ridiculously thick, and tastes more like a Greek style. Pretty good if you like the Greek.

Ooo, I lvoe Greek - I'm intrigued!

So I have a sick (sort of) kiddo at home. The nurse called and said he was complaining of a stomache ache. And he felt warm. She said no fever, but since he not normally a complainer she called me. I bought him home and he seems fine. He is not vomiting and no fever, so I am hoping all is a go for his classs trip tomorrow. [I have a feeling that he might be a bit constipated as he didn't go yesterday or today.]

Hmm, Leo had a similar situation a couple weeks ago. Hope he feels better soon!

 

[cmp1111]

So I have a sick (sort of) kiddo at home. The nurse called and said he was complaining of a stomache ache. And he felt warm. She said no fever, but since he not normally a complainer she called me. I bought him home and he seems fine. He is not vomiting and no fever, so I am hoping all is a go for his classs trip tomorrow.

Hope it's a lot of nothing.

Buzz just ate a bowl of soup and seems good - it's not that he's been sick since 4:30 yesterday morning, it's that he's not eating that's the problem now.

It'll last a good 10-12 weeks. It's not permanent and doesn't actually straighten - what it really does is coat hair in liquid keratin; the stuff goes on wet and the stylist blow-dries it as smooth as possible, then seals it with a 450* flat iron. It gets rinsed and voila- frizz-free hair for weeks! It's a little too straight right now, but it'll loosen up some; my waves are still there, just minus the frizz. My curly-haired friend still has her curls after getting the BB, but they're frizz-free, too! It leaves hair really smooth and healthy, too. I can't recommend it enough!

Very cool!

Ooo, I lvoe Greek - I'm intrigued!

It's thicker - more like the consistency of ice cream or something. It doesn't have as much water, according to the little story inside the label.
http://skyr.com/about_skyr.html

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Man, we're trying to do the ceiling drywall, and that stuff is HEAVY. My arms are feeling it - and D's afraid he's miscut the piece for the recessed lighting, which is not so good.

 

[DisneyJo]

What was in the hamper--anything??? ANd another prize??? You are definitely coming over here and playing the lottery for me!

The hamper was the type that contained plates, glasses, cutlery, wine cooler, napkins etc etc and sure if you're paying the airfare

I've just found out from my neighbor, who's a newly elected school board member, that the 5 second grades we have in our school are going to be smooshed into 4 third grades. The classes were relatively small - Buzz has 17 and so does Woody, but one of the other classrooms had only 14.

Wow that's small, here the average class size all through the school is 30!!!! Sorry Buzz was sick!

Scorching in England? It's freezing here, today. 65, ugh!

See below but our car showed a temperature of 98 today

Shrek was good! Not as funny has the 1st, but good. Some really good one-liners. Thee was one part where Jimmy gopt a bit freaked. But he was fine becasue he brought his stuffed turtle with him so he just gave it and me a big squeeze and he was fine.

Awww bless

Jo, you must tell us about all these contest you're entering. Probably we can't win the same one's as you so you'll still have a good chance of winning.

I find them on a forum, yep I'm being a traitor to the DIS People post about 200 new competitions a day and I choose the ones I'd like to win. Most are UK only but a few are worldwide so I'll let you know

I mean, I'm just not up on my Stockholm neighborhoods. But, I do recommend it.

Why not

Ooh... guess what came in the mail yesterday??? Our Magical Express Docs!!!

Yay!!!!

So did I mention I am in charge of the party for Jimmy's class for the last day of school.

Janet you need to learn to sit on your hands, you work FT stop volunteering

Did anyone else think something TOTALLY PERVERTED there? LOL. No? Just me....? LOL!!!!

Maybe

The crazy dishwasher story was funny. How come we're never videotaping when these things happen???
Miss you!!!

I know we could all earn money with stuff like that and miss you too, get that Dawn over here more too

Send your virtual hugs to poor NotBob today though. He had to give our baby the "TALK" today. It was horrible. He was a wreck.

Sorry but

Oops, except that he ate half an Eggo and said he didn't feel well, and went back to bed.

Hope he kept it down!

I've never watched either, but after hearing the discussion of the ending, I don't think I was missing anything.

It was a fantastic show, honestly it was very good!

Oh, and got new hair:

Lovely, was it expensive?

But in the meanwhile, I'm eating some Icelandic yogurt. Anyone tried it? It's ridiculously thick, and tastes more like a Greek style. Pretty good if you like the Greek.

Never heard of it but doubt anything from Iceland would be popular here at the moment

So I have a sick (sort of) kiddo at home. The nurse called and said he was complaining of a stomache ache.

Oh no, hope he gets better soon!


Kristel I hope everything is OK your end



Well as I posted I got up at 5am to watch the last 2.5 hours of Lost, it was good and answered some stuff but left tons of things unanswered which is slightly annoying, oh well better use my imagination As I posted on FB I took advantage of being up early by entering a few instant win comps and won another set of inflatable soccer goals, an ultimate world cup watching kit (not sure but think it's an inflatable soccer ball chair, big bowl, etc) and then I won 6 (may have been 7) coupons for a free big pack of Doritos and a jar of dip

D and I then went for a 5 mile walk today, luckily some of it was through woods as it is sooooo hot. For those that don't believe the UK gets hot whilst moving our car said it was 83 but when we stopped for about 10 minutes and got back in it read 98 There were loads of very red people around after yesterday