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

[englishrose47]

Just taking a break from my Sunday bargain shopping!
Mel are you pregnant???
Lessa drink lots of Hot Chocolate !! Have to admit the Bros were my first suspects
To everyone else have a good day!! Will be back later to chat!FYI I am on FB now and have a few friends but as usual I don't know what I'm doing !!

 

[DisneyJo]

Heathen! (says the pot...)

I know

Ions? In trousers?

I know who'd have thought They're made by Canterbury of New Zealand

To everyone else have a good day!! Will be back later to chat!FYI I am on FB now and have a few friends but as usual I don't know what I'm doing !!

Still haven't added me Rosie


I can't get into a website I need to and it's driving me mad The roast chicken is almost ready though and smelling good, need to go cut up the veg

BTW why is the DIS so quiet? Not just here but the whole place? Are there less members or something

 

[HomeschoolMama]

Thanks for the support with the nephew thing. My mom has always been such a control freak that we really butt heads when it comes to me trying to control my own life. She would flip out if we didn't go with her. It's the only vacay she does and we used to go every year. We didn't go last year because of Disney, and we're just doing a shorter trip this year because of the Disney trip.
My cousin already said she's not going if my nephew does. I don't know that she'll hold to that, though.

I feel mad about it, but also bad. When A was younger, he was a bit of a stinker and we couldn't go places with him much. So, I feel bad that I'm not more understanding with my nephew, but he really ruins things for everyone. I also was trying really hard to get my son to behave and didn't send him with other people to care for all the time. I also didn't YELL CONSTANTLY at him.
Did I mention he was so loud and bad that K's dad left Christmas early and the rest were stnading around outside somking half the day to be away from him.

Okay- I'll try to let it go now.

Wow, Dawn. I probably would go somewhere else--I know that's tough, but vacations are expensive in money and time and it sounds like this one could cause more family problems than happiness.

Don't they all? Well, the ones that involve my mom, anyway.

I completel forgot about the unwanted gift exchange! Is anyone still interested?

I wasn't going to do it, but I'd like to if I still can. I have a pile of things set aside to re-gift this year!

Oh, honey. I think you put it pretty well to us, maybe just use the same words to her. If she always will admit he's bad, then she knows it's a problem, and you can just say that you and Kirt and the kids need relaxation and not stress - plus remind her gently of the things that she can't be in charge of. SO hard.

She'll admit he's bad, but if I talk to her about it, she changes her tune. I'll ask why in the wolrd she's caring for him when she's so sick and his parents are at home doing nothing and she gets all "he's really been very good today," with me.

Well...

D was supposed to go skiing with our guy friend whom we do the holidays with. However, and this is sad, the friend's father in Chicago passed away Friday night. But, a third guy was going to go, so he and D were still heading out, but when D got up in the dark this morning, he had a text that the other guy's daughter was sick, so they didn't go. I tried really hard to get him to go on his own, because I knew we were in for a restless day otherwise, but he wouldn't.

He got up about a half hour before me and got the kids their breakfast, which was nice, but as soon as I came down, the boys started saying that we were all going skiing this afternoon. I started crying.

It's not about the skiing, but I just really, really wanted a "do nothing" day with an early dinner and no thinking before school starts tomorrow. D is feeling really bad because he didn't know I felt this way - it's true, because I really thought he'd be gone and I wouldn't have to consult with him. I did tell him yesterday when he asked what we were doing that I wanted to take it easy, but apparently he didn't catch my meaning or something. And I cry at anything, sad, mad, happy, whatever - so I wasn't trying to make him feel bad.

The boys really want to go, and we bought these skis, so we're going. We've agreed to get a pizza on the way back, so that at least we're not getting home at 6:00 and then starting to cook.

Gah.

Anyway... Sorry. These are not major problems in the grand scheme of things. Have a great day, everyone, and I'll see you later!

I'm sorry, CE. I know sometimes we just need down time before a major thing like going back to school. If certain things don't get done today my house will see me get ugly with the crying too.

 

[HomeschoolMama]

BTW why is the DIS so quiet? Not just here but the whole place? Are there less members or something

I don't know. I don't really go anywhere else. Maybe they are all in time out?

 

[Miz Diz]

It seems the end of August works out best for everyone. BUT, it is so darn hot in August and hot makes me grumpy.

(Not that Sept is any different )

The first week in Sept is when we always go, but not this year. We decided we wouldn't take ds out of school next year.

So, we had a great dinner last night. We had bacon-wrapped, crab stuffed shrimp for an appetizer (yummy!), a filet for my entree (melt in your mouth), yummy mashed potatoes and snow peas, and creme brulee for dessert (heavenly). They also brought out a special anniversary dessert -- flourless chocolate cake. It was yummy, but really rich. I let DH have most of it since I was getting the creme brulee.

All in all, it was a great night! [/SIZE][/COLOR]

Sounds great!

Well after about 1.5 hours I've finally caught up, Jess has just opened a FB account so wanted my help every few minutes

Do we need to all request Jess as a friend on FB?
She would probably die if we did that.

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OMG I can't stand how bored I am. I have cleaned the house, done the laundry. I'm thinking of ordering a movie or 2 from ON Demand. ANy recommendations?

Don't even mention cleaning! I have been cleaning my house nonstop. I have been trying to declutter and do the normal cleaning. Every time I clean a room, my kids mess it up. I've been making them clean up after themselves, but I end up having to "supervise" to make sure they do it right.

If you just cleaned, you need some veg time. Just sit down and watch tv.

 

[Miz Diz]

Ahhhhh You know though how you know the answer but then you don't know how to word it and then you start thinking what if my answer isn't right

Can I ask a question about the DDP on the moms panel? Can you answer any questions? How do they divide the questions up? Do you get to pick and choose?

Hi everyone,

Need to go back on read and respond (about 10 or 15 pages ), but I wanted to first say hello and thanks for all the FB B-day wishes!

We got home a couple of hours ago. Jenny and the kids gave me my present - a Steamboat Willie Mickey for my office. We then played a game of Magic Kingdom; I came in last. Everyone had fun.

Right now, Jenny is napping, and the kids are actually playing together. I think they may be on separate computers (in separate rooms ) on Webkinz having their pets visit each other. In any case, I have a little bit of quiet time.

I'll be back to this end of the thread after I catch up...

Sounds like a great day!

I don't know about ya'll, but I'm exhausted. I've been liquored up, kidnapped, poked, and now I have cooties.

Just got home from selling Girl Scout cookies with DD7 around the neighborhood.

My neighbor stopped by and I ordered 1 box. We usually order about 8. I can't be sitting around eating cookies and they are getting really expensive.

We don't have one at the house. But, I have access to one at the office. I just don't see myself doing Wii Fit at the office.
We'll play tennis or golf after a particularly stressful meeting, etc., but I'm not sure I'd want to go through an exercise routine there.

Can't blame you there! I wouldn't want to exercise at the office, either.

 

[Miz Diz]

I found myself on realtor.com today looking at houses in central FL and then career builder to see what was possible. All a big dream, as no matter what I couldn't pick up and move that far from my family.

I do this, too. Dh and I keep saying we want to move to Jacksonville. It will never happen.

I have 2 for sure but I think Jo is one also I really don'tknow what I'm doing !!

I just requested you as a friend.

So today KC brought me the mail and in it was a ....

40% Off Code!​

It was a sign from Mickey, right? I ahve to go now, right?![/COLOR]

Of course you do!

 

[Miz Diz]

I think my family is trying to kill me! I got up this morning and went to take my shower before work and got nothing but ice cold water!

Are you sure it wasn't one of your brothers? This sounds like something my brothers would do. I have memories of my brothers putting water on my sister's fingers when she was sleeping and shaving cream on my little brother.

My nephew is so naughty. My mom has him over everytime my kids come to her house and it's always horrible. B called me crying last time, just a few hours after we left them for a 2 day stay, because he was being so bad and my mom was yelling constantly.
So, what I need help with is- he's bad. We (my mom, my family, and my cousin in Michigan) are all supposed to go to the beach in August. My brother's family doesn't really ever go and won't be able to afford to with no income, but my mom wants to bring my nephew.

I can totally understand how you feel. I have a niece who is terrible. Her parents are enablers. She never gets punished and if she does something wrong, there is always an excuse for her that makes it not her fault. BUT - she doesn't act like this when her parents are not around. I wonder if your nephew would behave better with you there. The thing with my niece is that she knows the rest of us will discipline her with timeout or a toy getting taken away and that we won't deal with her mess.
Her parents were hinting about visiting us during Xmas break, but we would not invite them. I just can't take her at my house anymore when her parents are here.

I'm trying to figure out how CE and Miz Diz have so many points?

Shhhh. Here's my secret.
When I first started playing, I was trying to get as many words as I could before I moved to another screen. Now I try to get the bigger words and as soon as I get the bonus round, I go to it. I was playing a lot and it got to the point that I was getting the bonus round word really fast, which is how I racked up points. I also don't do 3 letter words that much. Anything over 4 letters adds more time.
I haven't been playing as much lately and haven't been doing as well.

 

[Miz Diz]

Can someone send me the link to the yahoo weight loss board?


Thanks for all the anniversary well wishes.
I got a Coach purse and a towel spa. I have been wanting a towel warmer for the longest time because I can't stand the cold. Dh got me one from Brookstone.

I got dh 2 sportcoats, a coach wallet, and a wii remote charging station.


Mr Diz says hello to everyone!

 

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

Are you sure it wasn't one of your brothers? This sounds like something my brothers would do. I have memories of my brothers putting water on my sister's fingers when she was sleeping and shaving cream on my little brother.

Yeah. Erich would never do that to me, at least not on purpose. No Mom told me it was her.

 

[T-i-double-g-err]

Good afternoon fockers!

Busy day around the house - computer maintenance (me), lesson planning (Jenny), laundry, cleaning and dishes (tag-team). I'm also running out in a couple hours to pay a call on a friend whose mom passed away yesterday.

I wanted to do a quick drop in to post my present pic from yesterday.

While looking through the pics, I also saw this one and HAD to post it.

Compare DD9's expression with Pooh's on the Disney store box. It was totally unplanned, but it floored me when I was uploading the pics to the computer.

 

[sorul82?]

Mr. T,

Nice suit and nice Mickey!

 

[HomeschoolMama]

Mary- PM me your e-mail addy and I'll send an invite. And, sadly, my nephew is a brat no matter who's around. My mom and his parents are constantly yelling his name. At one of A's baseball games that my mom brought him to he took off running and my mom had no idea. K had to run and get him. So, he didn't spend much time getting to watch his own son play. You know, the more I write about him the more I'm about to say he's not invited to come to our stuff. The thing is, he's never invited- my mom just shows up with him.

If anyone esle wants an invite, we're starting up tomorrow. Send me a PM with your e-mail addy and I'll send out the invites.

 

[englishrose47]

Jo I thought I had added you !! I really must not know what I'm doing !! How do I add you !!

 

[englishrose47]

Jo I don'tknow where the accept button is on FB I am getting messages from you so what is wrong !!?? I see lots of things from Kat but have no idea how she is my friend and you're not !!!Mo seems to be my friend and also Mel . What am I doing !!????

 

[kykatt2]

Hello My dear Sisters ... Hello David

I tried to catch up with today.. and some of yesterday.. all I saw was
CE upset
Kat got a 40% Code again none for me
And David had a suit on ...Sporting a New Mickey
And That was really it..

Dread this week coming up. Joshua was an Inital appointment, xrays and impression for braces.. How much were braces for your kids.. Mel... Dawn and anybody else who I am forgetting Break it to me gently.. I'm OLD AND FRAGILE

See Ortho Surgeon for my shoulders and probably my Heel Not going good at all today.Can't walk hardly at all.. church was miserable because of that

Kids go back to School tomorrow not sure if I'm happy or sad.

Mel... I think you see your Dr again tomorrow ??

Everybody Be good.

 

[DisneyJo]

Do we need to all request Jess as a friend on FB?
She would probably die if we did that.

Mo already did and she was stoked

Can I ask a question about the DDP on the moms panel? Can you answer any questions? How do they divide the questions up? Do you get to pick and choose?

Can't say too much but if you send in a question it's open to all panellists, they don't all get answered though, you can also, once I'm live tomorrow, click on my profile and at the bottom of all my info will be a link that says ask Jo a question, those will come direct to me. But you can ask me here, we don't get much info that you lot don't already know anyway!!!!

Shhhh. Here's my secret.
When I first started playing, I was trying to get as many words as I could before I moved to another screen. Now I try to get the bigger words and as soon as I get the bonus round, I go to it. I was playing a lot and it got to the point that I was getting the bonus round word really fast, which is how I racked up points. I also don't do 3 letter words that much. Anything over 4 letters adds more time.
I haven't been playing as much lately and haven't been doing as well.

I always thought you had to clear the whole screen to get a new one? No???

Thanks for all the anniversary well wishes.
I got a Coach purse and a towel spa. I have been wanting a towel warmer for the longest time because I can't stand the cold. Dh got me one from Brookstone.

Sounds lovely

While looking through the pics, I also saw this one and HAD to post it.

Compare DD9's expression with Pooh's on the Disney store box. It was totally unplanned, but it floored me when I was uploading the pics to the computer.

Very cute, love your Mickey too

Jo I don'tknow where the accept button is on FB I am getting messages from you so what is wrong !!?? I see lots of things from Kat but have no idea how she is my friend and you're not !!!Mo seems to be my friend and also Mel . What am I doing !!????

Did you get the message about push HOME, then look in the top right hand corner where there will be a box saying requests. Click on one of them, this will then bring up a list of things, one should be Jo Y wants to be your friend, click YES and it'll be done

 

[jcc0621]

GO COLTS!!!!!

What happened!

Well we don't think the Eagels are going to well today either!

Actually it's been delayed, I'll let you know when you can all visit the site

SUuuuuuuuurrrrreeeeeee it has

OMG I read that as anal

Huh... Did you say something Deputy.. I had my i-pod on

Sooooooo... what are everyone's August dates? I think my friend D and I may be making a trip in August.....

It was a sign from Mickey, right? I ahve to go now, right?!

ABsolutely it was a sign! OUr dates are the 15th to the 27th (Leaving Philly on the 15th and staying at Universal the 16th & 17th)

What you don't believe me

Nope!

Well we're rebels, the girls were meant to sing in the choir today but we're skipping it I am slightly anoyed though as the choir schedule has them singing for the next 7 Sundays which I think is too much, so 1 missed won't hurt

I can't believe they have so much scheduled. DO they have rehersals in between too?

I think my family is trying to kill me! I got up this morning and went to take my shower before work and got nothing but ice cold water! Some brilliant person had unplugged the hot water tank so I was forced to shower in the icy cold water, I am still shivering and feel like an icicle.

Ack - So sorry Lessa. Hope you are warmed up now!

What do I do? How can I word it that it's not going to be okay for her to bring him wihtout offending her too much? [/COLOR]

Tell your mom that this is your vacation too and that you already have 3 children to look after and make sure they are entertained and that you will not look after a 4th.

He got up about a half hour before me and got the kids their breakfast, which was nice, but as soon as I came down, the boys started saying that we were all going skiing this afternoon. I started crying.

Sounds like you just need a rest CE

I wanted to do a quick drop in to post my present pic from yesterday.

I almost bought that Mickey for me today!

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Afternoon everyone. HAd a great time at the wedding last night and had lots to drink (Yes alcohol) and eat. This morning we picked up Jimmy from his sleep over and then headed to do our errands. Excahnged a pair of Jeans to Walmart for Jim (I got the wrong size), then exchanged a car organizer that Jim got me that was too big for the space for a smaller one. Then we went to King of Prussia Mall. Headed to the DIsney Store where Jimmy got a new Power Ranger with some of his Christmas money and they were having a great sale. I got Jimmy some t-shirts for the summer for $5.99 + 25% off Then we went to Penney's to return a digital picture frame and had lunch. Got home. PUt a load of clothes into the washer and now I am all caught up here.

I will post pictures of me with a drink after I upload them

 

[princessjv]

I don't know. I don't really go anywhere else. Maybe they are all in time out?

That was a funny.

 

[DisneyJo]

SUuuuuuuuurrrrreeeeeee it has

I can't believe you all don't believe me

I can't believe they have so much scheduled. DO they have rehersals in between too?

Yep every Thursday and the occasional other thing

I will post pictures of me with a drink after I upload them

Can't wait