Team Focker Watch - Version 8: When V's Away.. The "Katt" will Play

[cmp1111]

Doug's tumor has shrunk again. The Doc says about 3 more doses of the chemo then we will discuss gamma knife for the tiny bit that is left. He has been doing great. Much better than I expected.

That's terrific!

He danced with that little girl all night long...twirled her around the gardens. Made me love him even more.

Awww...

It's hard to explain what made me "go for it". He and I have been best friends for 2 years. After a separation, I just knew. He's been bugging me (for lack of a better term) for a while to just jump. It's a long story...but I didn't want to hold him back. Children are a thing he wanted...and I can't give him that. And marriage was not something I wanted either. We've come to an agreement, of sorts. To just live and let live. I'm still very nervous about the whole thing...not because I think it's wrong...but because it's such a change.

Hey, it's great that you've been through all this and both know what the other is thinking. You'll be good.

Ah...and I will be keeping my last name. I fought for a long time to get Jon away from his biological donor...and I had Jon's name changed so that his last name was the same as mine. So, I will not take his name after fighting that hard.

Makes sense...

I had planned on wrapping the kids presents tomorrow since it was the last day of school before vacation. but we have a whopper of a snow storm coming tomorrow and they cancelled school. I`ll have to figure something out. my little sister Sarah is coming tomorrow from Springfield. for the weekend. not the one with the kids who wants to move here..Sarah is a couple years younger,23 I think. no kids, very pretty. We have a christmas party Friday nite with a bunch of our friends. We each buy a game and exchange those, and drink and party. it should be fun!! I bought alot of stuff tonite from the package store before I left work. no discounts..
Off to watch Jay!!!!

Yeah, I think "southern" New England is supposed to be worse than up here this time. Several schools here have already called an early delay, but not mine. And several canceled the whole week because of that ice storm. It's been a whole week - it was last Friday that the big scary branch came down. Some folks are still without power.

And now the BF and I are fighting. I know it's stupid little things, but it just doesn't feel like Christmas to me this year. Oh well.

Oh, Z.

Good morning everyone!

Just a quick pop-in before I head to the gym, and then the office. Everyone have a fabulous Friday!

TTN!

Hi, Mr. T! Hope your day goes great!

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Well...

Just got the kids on the bus - D went out with them.

Snow is supposed to start down by Carrie first, but come up here and make the evening commute really bad. The boys had the rescheduled birthday party tonight, but with the forecast, they've decided to not do bowling and to have the party at their house, play in the snow, and kids are welcome to sleep over.

My kids have never slept over anywhere yet. I'm not sure whether to try it on a night where coming to get them if they freak out could become problematic due to weather... I just remember my first sleepover, my parents having to come at 10:00 or so, but maybe they'd be better because of having each other? Any experienced moms care to share tips?

I don't want to make them leave if the others are staying, but then I don't want to make the family deal with only my kids if we're the only ones thinking about it.

I just e-mailed the mom - I like her, and I'm sure she understands what I mean...

I'm volunteering at school for my little half-hour of reading, but that's about the extent of my plans today. I might try to get out and do a little shopping before the snow comes, but we'll see.

I need to get breakfast and a shower, and correct the "math superstars" papers I have for school (it's a non-graded extra thinking kind of deal), so I'll get going.

Happy Friday! May it be fantastic!

 

[PrincessV]

Doug's tumor has shrunk again.

Great news!

T understands Jon and I have been just "us" for many years. He understands that Jon AND I will have some adjustments. It will be rocky...but T is an awesome man...and is great with kids! We will be fine. But, I'm expecting a bumpy road.

There will be no big fuss. There will be no big party. It will be just Jon, Troy, and I. Loved ones are welcome...but this isn't about the wedding. It's about joining our family.
Ah...and I will be keeping my last name. I fought for a long time to get Jon away from his biological donor...and I had Jon's name changed so that his last name was the same as mine. So, I will not take his name after fighting that hard.

That's my girl!

And now the BF and I are fighting. I know it's stupid little things, but it just doesn't feel like Christmas to me this year. Oh well.

I'm sorry Z.


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Well. Leo's at school and will be going to his dad's afterward. I won't see him again until 11am Xmas day. It's gonna be a loooong week.

 

[carrieannie]

Well. Leo's at school and will be going to his dad's afterward. I won't see him again until 11am Xmas day. It's gonna be a loooong week.

 

[HomeschoolMama]

V- That must be rough. We're here for you.

Z- Fighting sucks. Have fun tonight!

CE- I would say no to the sleepover, because of not only their age, but the storm. But if I were to think they could handle it, I would pack their bags and leave them in the car until I found out if anyone else might be sleeping over. I would also factor in how far it is in case I needed to come get them and the weather was dangerous.

Jen- I think you have your head on straight. It will be bumpy for a while, but I know you can make it work for you and Jon both. I probably wouldn't change my name either were I in the same boat.

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Nothing exciting going on here. We're heading to the grocery store soon. We're also going to try and met some friends for lunch to exchange gifts.
This weekend we'll clean like crazy and get ready for Christmas. Kirt only works Monday and Tuesday next week. I can't wait to have all that time with him.

 

[carrieannie]

We are expecting a big butt snowstorm here today. so I`m off to the bank and Wal mart....I think I`m taking my life in my hands by going to Wal Mart on a day like this. so if I dont talk to you all again. you know I got crammed in Wally World.

 

[carrieannie]

My kids have never slept over anywhere yet. I'm not sure whether to try it on a night where coming to get them if they freak out could become problematic due to weather... I just remember my first sleepover, my parents having to come at 10:00 or so, but maybe they'd be better because of having each other? Any experienced moms care to share tips?

I almost forgot this,,,,,I agree with Dawn. No to the sleepover. it might be differant if it wasnt for the snow. You`ll be worrying about them all night anyway. and then to have to add on the worry of another storm and picking them up in it. no go....they will probably be a little relieved also.

 

[jcc0621]

Good Morning everyone Not much going on here. THe snow bypassed us and it is cold and rainy here (I knew it wouldn't snow since I bought Jimmy new boots yesterday). At work, but not much going on so it should be a quiet day. I only have one more work day on Monday and then I am off until the Monday after Christmas. Then I work that Monday and Tuesday and then am off until the 5th of January!

Carrie - I got your card yesterday

Jen - Sounds like you and he have thought everything out! I'm sure you will be very happy As for next fall, I think over Columbus Day weekend would be perfect...Wedding, F & W Fest, Fockers

V - Can you make plans to go to dinner or something with some friends. SOmething to make the time go a little more quickly

T & Angela - I will be baking cookies tomorrow. I found a "new" recipie for Sugar cookies. You want it. Ok, here it goes. Instead of using Pillsbury Refrigerated dough, Nestle has a tub of Sugar Cookie Dough. IT's cheaper and makes MORE cookies

Jodi - What is the lates on the MIL?

Kristel - Great news about Doug

Dawn -

Did I miss Mel & Katt If I did, sorry ladies

 

[sorul82?]

Jen,

What color is Troy's hair and eyes? How tall is he? What kind of music does he like?

Lurvvy,

Hop in your car Tuesday and drive North, but swing by Tampa and pick up V. You two can spend Christmas Eve with us!!!!

 

[sorul82?]

Has anyone heard from TE Minnie?

 

[jcc0621]

Slate - I tried texting TE, but the message got back saying that I had the wrong number. I don't have my phonebook here at work to check it!

CE - Jimmy had his first sleepover when he was 4 and absolutely loved it, however...the weather would have me second guessing it tonight!

 

[sorul82?]

Ok, so who had not mailed cards/ornaments/SS yet?

Who has not received anything?

 

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

Good Morning!

Jen - Troy sounds like a wonderful guy, I am sure you guys are going to have a wonderful marriage.



We are due a big wack of snow this afternoon. Not looking forward to the shoveling, I should have help this time around though.

 

[carrieannie]

Ok, so who had not mailed cards/ornaments/SS yet?

I mailed out everything. and my two gifts have been recieved.

Who has not received anything?

I didnt get my ornament yet.

Good Morning!

We are due a big wack of snow this afternoon. Not looking forward to the shoveling, I should have help this time around though.

Good morning Lessa! we are getting it too. you dont sound as stressed as we do though...

 

[cmp1111]

Well. Leo's at school and will be going to his dad's afterward. I won't see him again until 11am Xmas day. It's gonna be a loooong week.

CE- I would say no to the sleepover, because of not only their age, but the storm. But if I were to think they could handle it, I would pack their bags and leave them in the car until I found out if anyone else might be sleeping over. I would also factor in how far it is in case I needed to come get them and the weather was dangerous.

More below...

Nothing exciting going on here. We're heading to the grocery store soon. We're also going to try and met some friends for lunch to exchange gifts.
This weekend we'll clean like crazy and get ready for Christmas. Kirt only works Monday and Tuesday next week. I can't wait to have all that time with him.

Sounds like fun (except for the cleaning...)

We are expecting a big butt snowstorm here today. so I`m off to the bank and Wal mart....I think I`m taking my life in my hands by going to Wal Mart on a day like this. so if I dont talk to you all again. you know I got crammed in Wally World.

Good luck!

T & Angela - I will be baking cookies tomorrow. I found a "new" recipie for Sugar cookies. You want it. Ok, here it goes. Instead of using Pillsbury Refrigerated dough, Nestle has a tub of Sugar Cookie Dough. IT's cheaper and makes MORE cookies

Has anyone heard from TE Minnie?

Not lately.

CE - Jimmy had his first sleepover when he was 4 and absolutely loved it, however...the weather would have me second guessing it tonight!

More below, but thanks...

Ok, so who had not mailed cards/ornaments/SS yet?

Who has not received anything?

I did cards last week. I mailed the ornament Priority yesterday, so I HOPE it arrives by Monday at the latest. (I mailed a box to MD and to TN on Monday. The MD box didn't arrive until yesterday and the TN one STILL isn't there. 2 day service, sure... ) I didn't do the SS and I got my ornament!

We are due a big wack of snow this afternoon. Not looking forward to the shoveling, I should have help this time around though.

Eesh, good luck.

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Well, they just called and are doing early dismissal. D & I are quickly trying to head out to Kohl's & Target before we need to be back.

I got several messages from the party mom, and she says at least 3 others are staying, including probably the one other boy. They live maybe 3 minutes from us, so we think we'll let them try. The snow is supposed to be coming around noon but tapering off through the evening. We are VERY used to this around here, so we will probably be plowed 3 times by then, at least... The sleepover I had to leave was just me and one other kid - they will probably do better with a group, and with each other, and if they don't, it's no big deal to drive 3 streets away to get them.

D was supposed to leave at 6:30 a.m. tomorrow, but now the passenger wants to crank it up to 5:30, which really sucks, especially if we do need one last snowblow run before he goes. He may have to stay in a hotel down near the airport tonight, but to do that, he either needs to drive down relatively soon or wait until it stops later, and then he won't get much sleep...

OK, I need to head out so that I can be back for the bus. See you later!

 

[Goofyluver]

Jen,

What color is Troy's hair and eyes? How tall is he? What kind of music does he like?

He is not my usual physical type.

He is about 5'11"...so GIANT to me. Blonde hair, hazel eyes. Big strong arms...

And he...listens...to...country.

Not really...he listens to just about everything...but has an affinity for country.

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Morning Fockers! all around.

Please...all of you be careful with your weather.

Jon and I will be leaving tomorrow to go to Abq. for his ortho appt. on Monday. We'll find out about surgery.

Hope everyone has a wonderful day!

 

[LurrrvtheDuck]

Oh, Z.

I'm sorry Z.

J
Lurvvy,

Hop in your car Tuesday and drive North, but swing by Tampa and pick up V. You two can spend Christmas Eve with us!!!!

Thanks guys! I was throwing a pity party for myself last night so thanks for letting me vent.

S'latey! That would be fun, but I work Christmas Eve.

Well. Leo's at school and will be going to his dad's afterward. I won't see him again until 11am Xmas day. It's gonna be a loooong week.

We are expecting a big butt snowstorm here today. so I`m off to the bank and Wal mart....I think I`m taking my life in my hands by going to Wal Mart on a day like this. so if I dont talk to you all again. you know I got crammed in Wally World.

Good Luck!!

Has anyone heard from TE Minnie?

I was just thinking the same thing, but I wasn't sure if she had checked in lately.

Ok, so who had not mailed cards/ornaments/SS yet?

I haven't mailed cards yet, doing that today. Sorry!! I didn't do the ornaments/ss. I've received a lot of cards as it is though!
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Ok ladies have a good afternoon!!! Off to get those cards off!

Later

 

[Muffinygood]

Thanks for saying 'little'!

Does he think all that needling will help? I don't understand, I guess.

Welcome!

The needling is to remove the cyst that keeps reforming over the incision. It sounds really bad but it's not TOO bad. I just feel and look like someone punched me. (Like G-luv...LOL)

Can you believe I made this one for a total of 13 Dollars ?
One word ladies.. CLEARANCE

O.K. Santa ... Bring it on !!!! ​

Just Gorgeous Katt!!!

Here's a suggestion for those whose kids mostly get gift cards and cash but still want a full looking tree..

That's a great idea, Lessa. Careful with the snow! Sorry about the "coke showdown." LOL

Hi Focker's!
Mel - Did you do the Redo? Sorry about those darn needles.

Doug's tumor has shrunk again. The Doc says about 3 more doses of the chemo then we will discuss gamma knife for the tiny bit that is left. He has been doing great. Much better than I expected.

Yep! Update below, and thanks about the needles. It's just part of the deal, but hopefully it will end soon!

That is GREAT news about Doug!!! Yay!!!

I feel so behind on everything this year. I haven't put up the tree or decorations and honestly I still don't feel like it. We really don't have anything to put under it anyway. I have yet to buy a gift for my mom and bro and I have no clue what to get them. I didn't really want anything for Christmas so didn't ask for anything, so in reality there's no presents to put under a tree, which I guess is why I have no desire to put one up. I feel like just buying one of those fiber optic ones and putting it on the coffee table.

And now the BF and I are fighting. I know it's stupid little things, but it just doesn't feel like Christmas to me this year. Oh well.

Tomorrow is our Holiday party at work and also a friend of mine's birthday so gonna go out and have fun. It's so nice to have a day on the weekend off.

Oh Honey! I understand. It's hard to feel Christmassy here too. Maybe the party will help. I say take a hiatus from the bf for now. Take a break.

Happy Friday! May it be fantastic!

You too, CE! See you've decided about the sleepover. I'm sure they'll do fine! Careful in the snow!

Well. Leo's at school and will be going to his dad's afterward. I won't see him again until 11am Xmas day. It's gonna be a loooong week.

Oh, V! Want me to send Gus down to keep you company? He's real sweet and he loves to vacuum! LOL...
You can hang out with us. We'll keep you company!

We are expecting a big butt snowstorm here today. so I`m off to the bank and Wal mart....I think I`m taking my life in my hands by going to Wal Mart on a day like this. so if I dont talk to you all again. you know I got crammed in Wally World.

Ooooh Crammed Carrie. YIKES.
Careful out there ED!

Did I miss Mel & Katt If I did, sorry ladies

Nope. Just got here...


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Okie Dokie peeps...
Jen: No peach for me either. T's ideas for vegas are great. I would add one, maybe consider something by the pool at Cesaer's? It's so pretty there!
Haven't seen TE lately.
I mailed my cards day before yesterday so you guys should start getting them soon.

It's SNOWING like mad here! They cancelled school. The kids are SO excited! It was their last day before vacation...so an early start. Bob's working from home. We've got about 5 inches of snow so far and it's still going!
Tomorrow is our company Xmas party, but it's at our best friend (Bob and Peg's) which is in stumbling distance from my front door! Thank goodness! I have to send NotBob out to get some groceries if the stupid snow ever stops falling.
I'm baking a pie and cupcakes, picking up the ham and wine. Peg and I share the food/booze cost, and it's always fun. The company used to finance a big resturaunt dinner with drinks but we think it's more fun to have it at a house! (and we're all friends so it's cool.)

My eye is looking all red today and it's sore so I'm going to take it easy. I was going to clean the house but I think I'll wait. Don't want to hurt myself!

You guys have a good day! I'm hiding out....

MEL

 

[sharkB8HooHaHa]

Morning

I feel for all of you expecting snow...looks like it's going to be a doosey. We've had a crazy weather week here. We've been near 80 every day. Plus the earthquake on Tuesday and we're all out of whack!

Stay warm and safe.

Kristel, that is wonderful news about Doug!

And Janet, I'm sure Jimmy will find use for those boots sometime soon.

 

[sorul82?]

Morning

I feel for all of you expecting snow...looks like it's going to be a doosey. We've had a crazy weather week here. We've been near 80 every day. Plus the earthquake on Tuesday and we're all out of whack!

Stay warm and safe.

Kristel, that is wonderful news about Doug!

And Janet, I'm sure Jimmy will find use for those boots sometime soon.

an earthquake? How in the heck did I miss hearing about that?

 

[sorul82?]

And he...listens...to...country.

Not really...he listens to just about everything...but has an affinity for country.

I can handle a few country songs, but not many. See if he likes these remixes:

http://thebiggestloser.workoutmusic.com/



I listened to the demo yesterday and now I can't get "woo wee shut your mouth, slap you grandma" out of my head.