TKers Take the Fifth!

[MagiKitty]

Happy Halloween Kerrie and family!

 

[SCHBR'smom]

Happy Halloween Kerrie and family!

Happy Halloween to you, too!

 

[DL55]

Thanks for the tip MagiKitty.

Happy Halloween everybody.

 

[Pikester]

Ok, so I have a really freaky yet entertaining story to share about my stupidity.

While at Millionaire, I'm sitting in the audience and no one is talking to me. What do I do? I start fidgeting with my face and discover a horrific zit on my jawline. Of course, its calling out to me, a challenge...I start monkeying my face. What else do I have to do?

(I know this is so gross, but I know y'all have done it too at some point).

Finally I beat the bugger and am dismayed DISMAYED that my zit has somehow produced a sesame seed.

Ok, so I am not a tree and producing seeds, but it was this little nasty bit that reminded me of a sesame seed. So I'm freaking out (and now bleeding profusely) and asking myself how I can form such a monstrosity in my 30s! I didn't even have acne in my teens!

Well, duh. I just figured it out. I fell asleep with some St. Ives apricot scrub on my face a few nights ago. I tried to wash it off as best I could when I realized it. I think that somehow my skin had absorbed some apricot scrub and formed a comedone. Nasty.

Lesson learned, though. Don't put fruit on your face and fall asleep. You'll become a tree.

 

[Pikester]

Gooood Eveninnng. Bwah,ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!

Just got back from volunteering at the Halloween Fest. It rained and we had to pack up early. Oh well, there's always next year. It feels so good to be in dry clothes though. I've got myself a cup of coffee and I just had a Snicker bar. YUMMY!

DH took the kids out Trick-or-Treating. DS12 was Indian Jones and DS8 was a zombie. From what I can see of the candy spread out on my living room floor they got quite a haul.

 

[whgrn]

Afternoon ladies! Sorry I've been MIA as of late, but I've been way busy getting ready for my trip next week. Who's the resident secretary? I'm coming back late Dec 4th, so look for me sometime after that. I will try to get online as I am able to to check up on everyone!

Good news! Yesterday I went down to the city---horrible day to do it with the rain and Times Square being prepped for the Yankees pep rally---to avenge myself on Millionaire! I had to re-audition as I had qualified for the Regis show via phone. So I arrived at ABC studios, lined up with everyone else. We were led into the studio and seated, then took the test. It was on scan-tron! It was like taking the SATs all over again. They took our answer sheets and then we sat through three tapings of the show. Pure torture! Afterwards, they announce those who had passed, and I did!

There were 8 of us that passed and after everyone left, we were taken to the back to be interviewed by the producers. They asked questions similar to the questionnaire I had to fill out in August...then they took my picture and had me sign all sorts of releases. They did tell me that I'd be in the contestant pool for 3 years, and they could call me at any time. I do hope they call, just not in the next month!

Aside, Merideth Vierra is VERY nice. She's tiny and had the best pair of black patent leather Christian Laboutin shoes on! She's rather wrinkled but still absolutely gorgeous.

Ok, going back to read the past posts and I'll be back!

SOOOOO exciting Kitty! Hope you get called back and you win a million or 3.

 

[MagiKitty]

Hey Wendy! How are you doing? Glad to see you again!

Halloween was uneventful and rained out here. Today, of course, is absolutely gorgeous. I feel bad for the kiddies.

I just completed my order from Schwans for BF. He's going to be so surprised! To make it even better, I found a coupon code that took 20%! He won't be eating gourmet, but at least it won't be pizza rolls.

In terms of logistics, I'm fairly prepared for my trip. Not completely packed yet, but then again, I never am until the night before. There is a typhoon hitting the Phils right now, but its rather mild and should be done by the time I arrive next weekend. I'm excited to see my little cousins and eat mangoes until I turn orange!

I've been having a crazy craving for pumpkin cheesecake. I figure I should indulge since I will not be having any pumpkin products over there...(that's a good excuse, right?)

 

[MagiKitty]

Oh...I feel guilty and slightly liberated. I just un-friended someone for the first time on Facebook.

 

[DL55]

MagiKitty Your reason for pumpkin cheesecake sounds valid to me.

 

[Pikester]

Happy Sunday!

I can't believe that it is November 1st! Where did the Spring, Summer and most of Fall go?

It is a beautiful day here today. Sunny, temp is 52 and we have had a slight breeze.

Magikitty, Sounds like BF is being taken care of. I'm with you on the packing as I too never pack until the night before I leave. It just seems easier that way. My mind is focused on the trip and I don't have to worry that I might need something that I have packed.


whgrn, I'm happy to see that you've checked in. I knew you were doing OK since you were on Facebook but I don't check there very often so it was good to see that you stopped by here too.

DL55, Hello there!

I hope everyone else is having a good day!

 

[Pikester]

Went to DS8 school today for his Halloween parade. This parade has been going on for a very long time. I was in it when I went to the Elementary school. The kids dress up and walk through town and then back to the school. The shop owners and banks give out treats for the kids and then the kids have a party once they get back to school. I have to share a little funny that isn't related to the kids. Last year, one of the kid's parents who is a photographer was taking pictures of his son and the other kids right before the parade. He misjudged his step and fell down the stairs that are located in the front of the school. I think there are 5 or 6 stairs. Well, I went to the school today as I mentioned above and had to walk up those stairs to get to the building. Someone had drawn an outline of a body in chalk at the bottom of the stairs along with an outline of a camera! To Freakin Funny! The man saw this and had a good sense of humor about. Oh man! I'm still chuckling about it!

Wanted to add a picture to this story.

I'm still chuckling over this!

 

[D&DDisney]

Oh...I feel guilty and slightly liberated. I just un-friended someone for the first time on Facebook.

Whatever I did, I am really sorry!!!!

Pikester - Love that chalk outline. I am laughing and I barely know the story.

LITC - Cute pics! (as always!!!) I want another baby!!!!!

Kids went TorT yesterday. Got quite the haul.

The weather was terrible. Cold and windy!!! Kids didn't seem to mind as they RAN from house to house.

 

[MagiKitty]

Pikester...that picture is really funny!

D&D...I want a baby too! (just don't tell BF). And silly girl, it wasn't you that I un-friended (de-friended?). It was the college BFF who I hadn't spoken to in years following a horrible fight. She friended me, found out what I was up to and never heard from her again. Really didn't agree with me. I actually feel so much better sharing my Facebook with people I actually care about...

They're showing a V series marathon on SyFy (when did it stop being SciFi?). There a new versiou coming to ABC on Tuesday. This series really was so cool when I was a kid.

And its the Amazing Race tonight too! Wait, isn't there a Yankee game on also? What to do?

 

[whgrn]

Oh...I feel guilty and slightly liberated. I just un-friended someone for the first time on Facebook.

gosh, I hope it wasn't me

 

[JOCAmom]

Hello everyone! I've been so busy this weekend that I barely had time to read here. Plus I've caught a cold. We went trick or treating Friday night and my two youngest each got a bag full of candy. I wasn't expected them to get so much since when we started, hardly anyone had their lights on. But I guess most people were getting a late start.

Today, we spent the afternoon putting together furniture at the new house. The girls have loft beds and we had to take them apart to get them moved.

Magikitty, I'm so glad the Schwan's idea worked for you. You will have to let me know what your BF thought of the food you ordered. I keep going back and forth about ordering from them. I think their stuff would be great for the nights I don't really have time to cook a big meal but don't want to get takeout.

Pikester, that story is so funny and the picture makes it even more so. I'm so glad you shared. I needed a laugh.

I'd love to have another baby too. Especially now that my "baby" is 6.

 

[whgrn]

well, this has been quite a day!

my snarky roommate woke me up a bit before 6, made enuf noise to ensure that I was up, and then had the nerve to tell the nurse and anyone else who would listen that "my stupid roommate" was talking for 20 minutes (I had about a FIVE minute conversation with the nurse, certanly no louder than hers!) between that and her yelling at nurses, barking orders at them, and just generally being a royal pain in the posterior, I'd had about enough of her. So I asked the nurse (very nicely, I might add) if there were any female discharges scheduled today. Yes, there was 1, so I asked if I could have the bed.

Well, here I am in my nice new room. The room is huge--one entire wall is windows! Way more room to move around in. Plus my roommate is a very nice hispanic lady with a lovely family who were all very friendly to me. When she heard me telling the nurse about my old roommate, she was appalled. She couldnt believe it either! I am just sooooo glad to be away from that witch!

I took several nice long walks in the halls today. I am doing pretty well with walking. But the bending machine is giving me trouble. Yesterday I got up to 90 degrees, last night and today I could barely get to 70. Whats up with that?? I am concerned becuase I really need more bend. Gotta ask the doctor what I had in the OR' Meanwhile, more activity is causing more pain, so Ive been taking lots of Percocet. Also drinking a TON of water, since I am majorly thirsty for some reason. Fortunately, I can get myself up and walk to the bathroom, which I am doing often.

Tonite I washed my hair in the sink. It felt soooooooo good! I think the nurse thought I was nuts when I asked if I could do it, and at first she said no, but when she realized what I wanted to do she said ok as long as I was careful, which I was. Nothing like clean hair to boost the spirits! A real shower is still a long way off, so this will have to do for now.

Well, time to go back on "the rack" for more bending...

 

[SCHBR'smom]

Hi, all!

MagicKitty, there are some relatives I'd love to un-friend. But, I don't want the family drama that would come with it.

JOCA, sorry to hear about your cold. I hope you feel better soon.

whgrn, I'm glad you got a new room! I don't think I'd be able to stand that roommate, either. Sounds like your recovery is going well.

Speaking of more babies, I'd love one, too. When I count the kids, it still seems like someone is missing. But, DH says no more. I can't complain, I've certainly been blessed plenty already.

 

[D&DDisney]

Need some prayers from my TKer family.
Our beloved 13 yr old dog (Disney) isn't doing too well tonight. She can't get up from a lying position and when we help her up she kinda hobbles to the door to go outside. My DH has been carrying her outside and in so as to avoid the steps. Will be calling the vet first thing in the morning. Her appetite is fine and her spirits seem up, just can't move around too well. She's been having a little trouble going up and down stairs for a while now, but it seemed like arthritis setting in. Then, all of the sudden, as today progressed, she seems to have got worse.
I am a little scared to take her to the vet cuz I have a feeling I know what they are going to say and it makes me . The boys have been worried about her all day and have been being extra nice to her. Please pray that it is something they can give her something for and not something more. Thanks!

 

[SCHBR'smom]

Need some prayers from my TKer family.
Our beloved 13 yr old dog (Disney) isn't doing too well tonight. She can't get up from a lying position and when we help her up she kinda hobbles to the door to go outside. My DH has been carrying her outside and in so as to avoid the steps. Will be calling the vet first thing in the morning. Her appetite is fine and her spirits seem up, just can't move around too well. She's been having a little trouble going up and down stairs for a while now, but it seemed like arthritis setting in. Then, all of the sudden, as today progressed, she seems to have got worse.
I am a little scared to take her to the vet cuz I have a feeling I know what they are going to say and it makes me . The boys have been worried about her all day and have been being extra nice to her. Please pray that it is something they can give her something for and not something more. Thanks!

I'll say a little prayer for your dog and your family.

 

[mariezp]

Good evening ladies. Got a brief moment to stop in and say high today before bedtime. What is up with the Dis? I have not been getting notifications lately. Guess I should know to check things out myself. Anyway, I see everyone has been busy.

We went to see Michael Jackson's "This Is It" movie today. It was okay. Interesting to see all the work that went into making one of his concerts but would have enjoyed it even more if if had included some documentary on his life. He had a beautiful voice and was an amazing entertainer. I am not so sure my DS would agree. I think he feels as though he has been traumatized after sitting for almost 2 hours listening to so much POP music.

The prescription the doctor gave me last week appears to be working. I have lost 6 or 7 pounds since last Friday. I wish it would continue at that pace but I am sure the first week has been mostly getting rid of excess water and will slow down from here on out. The meds, unfortunately, are not without side affects. I have been having some sleepless nights and feeling a bit gloomy. Here's hoping those both subside. I want to lose weight but I don't want to be a depressed zombie to do it.

Gotta run. Hopefully I will be back in the morning.