Wheres Toto Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Morning, Happy Wednesday. We're supposed to get snow and freezing rain tonight into tomorrow. Since this is the first week of my new session, I have new people who haven't sent in registration forms yet so I don't have contact information except maybe an email from paypal. I may have to track people down in the morning if we close. Today is long. Three classes, gym then an HOUR of tutoring. We switched my main tutoring student from two 30 minute sessions a week to one hour long session. It works better with my schedule to go to the gym and stuff, plus the student recently started TKD so this works better for them too. But it's going to be LOOOOOOONG and I'll need to prepare more stuff. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Good Morning! Happy Wednesday! It would be of great benefit to know how to be in two places at the same time. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Good morning! It is not currently raining. That will change shortly. Today I plan to take care of my New Year's resolution, which is to see the doctor about the lump on my sternum and my stupid shoulder and a couple other things. Nothing of any real concern. Coffee! 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Morning. The cat came back. So I'm tired for the second day in a row. But I'll manage. 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Good Mornign!!!!! COFFEE!!!!~D Humph Day!!! School and work. Awana tonight. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Just now, Paradox5 said: I don’t want to do today. I’m thinking a trip to the Island might be in order. I’ll call Skip to send the chopper around. Rocco will be preparing the beach loungers and Marco will be making cold drinks with umbrellas in them. 5 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 1 hour ago, Critterfixer said: Morning. The cat came back. So I'm tired for the second day in a row. But I'll manage. Would planting mint outside your window deter the cat? In the long term? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 A quick Google search says that mint does not deter cats. Rue, however apparently does. Or planting catnip well away from your windows so that the cat might be enticed to go over there instead might work. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Cinnamon. Just pour cinnamon in the spot. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maize Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 The two year old is doing his very best to sabotage my efforts to educate my older kids. He is succeeding unfortunately well. Also, his most recent obsession is sticking his fingers into mom's nose. Anyone want to borrow a two year old for the day? I promise to take him back--eventually. 3 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 16 hours ago, Spudater said: I cut Lego Lass’s curly hair. The cheap hair salons just straighten it first grrr. So I did it myself curly girl method. It turned out pretty good. I put some layers in so it would have shape and she wouldn’t look like the woman from the Dilbert cartoon. She refused to keep the special curl styling milk on though. She hates any product on her hair or face. It’s too bad, I thought it was pretty nice. It smelled like coconut and left barely any residue on my hands. Oh well. I kept thinking when puberty hit she’d start caring about things like that but maybe she’ll always be a no frills girl. I guess I should be grateful since we only have one bathroom. Not that I want her to look like Miss Texas or something. But her hair could be so gorgeous if she’d give it a little love instead of brushing it into a bush. BUT it’s not my hair so i will keeep my mouth shut Spuds, this is one of those situations that, personally, I regard as a homeschooling plus. My short person went to school when we first came here, for 4th and 5th, and she made lots of friends at the small Christian school. Several families chose to send their kids to the public middle school at 6th or 7th grade. I watched several nice little girls go overnight from being little girls who liked to play to awkward children playing at being adults, in all the wrong ways. Seriously, there are a couple of them who look like two-penny whores; it's horrifying. As for my short person, she is definitely a no-frills girl despite puberty hitting several years ago. HOWEVER, a few months ago or so (she turned 17 in late August), she suddenly became interested in clothes and developing "a look." This may or may not have coincided with her invitation to join the high school's math club for a competition and her discovery that one of the members of said math club is a very cute boy. 😶 For me, though, I am so very grateful that her interest in that aspect of herself was allowed to develop at its own pace, without the pressure to conform to our culture's incredibly base standards. My two cents. 8 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 I need the Stealth 'Copter STAT! Destination: Camp JJM - One 15yo boy checking in for the next 3 months years. Thank you. He plays the cello beautifully and has perfect pitch (can sing tenor & baritone) and likes to cook, so hopefully can make some contributions. 7 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 32 minutes ago, Susan in TN said: I need the Stealth 'Copter STAT! Destination: Camp JJM - One 15yo boy checking in for the next 3 months years. Thank you. He plays the cello beautifully and has perfect pitch (can sing tenor & baritone) and likes to cook, so hopefully can make some contributions. Landing pad ready! Piles of mud-encrusted frozen horse expellations ready for spring thaw and clean-up! 2 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 2 hours ago, maize said: The two year old is doing his very best to sabotage my efforts to educate my older kids. He is succeeding unfortunately well. Also, his most recent obsession is sticking his fingers into mom's nose. Anyone want to borrow a two year old for the day? I promise to take him back--eventually. Please see Susan's related post. Camp JJM is always open. HTH! 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lots of little ducklings Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Ahhh....the island. I'll bring those avocado egg roll appetizers from Cheesecake Factory! Dd9 keeps running in to show me how she can catch a 10-penny stack off of her elbow. I now have approximately 78 cents on the floor under my bed. 2 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Spuds got me listening to folk music. (I had thought of 'The Cat Came Back' song too.) 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 I need all the trophies. I spent all morning doing the camp business that I have successfully avoided for the last three months. It involved typing things in legalese that I don't quite understand (ok - I do sort of understand it but it gives me the hives anyway. . . ). 1 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 2 hours ago, maize said: The two year old is doing his very best to sabotage my efforts to educate my older kids. He is succeeding unfortunately well. Also, his most recent obsession is sticking his fingers into mom's nose. Anyone want to borrow a two year old for the day? I promise to take him back--eventually. Sure, I'll take him! Interestingly enough, although I have 0 desire to have my own really little ones anymore, I really do enjoy teaching and hanging out with them. Periodically. And then giving them back. Eventually. 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 I told Gymnast I was planning for next year and asked her how she felt about going back to the homeschool classroom next year. She said she'd rather just stay home with me. She has been saying that since November, mind you. She can't tell me why. She'll only say she wants to be with me... I don't know what to make of that. I mean, I really didn't want to send her back anyway, because I see it as a big waste of time, but still. She did say her arm is about to fall off because they write so much. She said they write all day. Remember, pencil-phobic? Sigh. I should probably put in the paperwork to get her tested since she's already in the system. Done with mind dump. For now. Snow is falling loudly from the roof. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 4 hours ago, Another Lynn said: Would planting mint outside your window deter the cat? In the long term? I don't think so. I think that might bring more of them, honestly. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 10 minutes ago, Paradox5 said: Let’s say you are moving to somewhere that getting US homeschool books will be expensive so you are bringing as much as you can. Would you buy ahead for the youngest? Probably not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Cat is going to get a bucket of water dumped on his head if I can ever get a clear shot at him. I think this is the same cat who ate the wren babies last year. I've a mind to trap him, and put a notice up asking whoever owns the fiend to come get him and keep him up. But I might accidentally end up with another cat that way! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 We live in the country. Outside the city, animal control won't come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 32 minutes ago, Paradox5 said: Let’s say you are moving to somewhere that getting US homeschool books will be expensive so you are bringing as much as you can. Would you buy ahead for the youngest? No Never buy ahead. It's just money down the drain. 31 minutes ago, Paradox5 said: And how am I going to do high school science when BJU says they can’t do videos there? Outsource with a different provider, perhaps online. WTMA or Jay Wile or Derek Owens or...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 38 minutes ago, Paradox5 said: Let’s say you are moving to somewhere that getting US homeschool books will be expensive so you are bringing as much as you can. Would you buy ahead for the youngest? 37 minutes ago, Paradox5 said: And how am I going to do high school science when BJU says they can’t do videos there? Wait - did the contract go through? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 British Airways customer service rep, Sneha, is my favorite person today. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Setting up Mooies Free Time on my Kindle. She's so big. 😭 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lots of little ducklings Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, Paradox5 said: Let’s say you are moving to somewhere that getting US homeschool books will be expensive so you are bringing as much as you can. Would you buy ahead for the youngest? Hmmm. Maybe? I've actually done this, but only with two subjects. In the case of spelling, discounts meant that the workbooks for youngest were all free (and I'd been successfully using the program for over a year with my three older children). In the case of math, I'd already succeeded using the program with the older 4 and wanted to grab workbooks for the youngest in case any future new editions required new TMs and/or answer keys (which would be brutally $$$). Both spelling and math are areas where I can tweak curriculum as needed, so the risk of a truly bad fit after three children have used it (including the one with LDs) seems pretty low . I don't use workbooks for anything else; very little of what we use is consumable. I do slip our geography pages into plastic sleeves so we can reuse them, and the same is true of any printing I do. Living books are big for us, so I'd also buy our favorites of those (in science and history) if needed, assuming library access would be limited and purchasing abroad would be pricier than purchasing in advance. ETA: Personality here could be a factor: I'm a minimalist, and I also don't mind "ruts." But if you suspect you'd be bored and want to try something new anyway, I'd wait. Edited February 5, 2020 by lots of little ducklings 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 47 minutes ago, Paradox5 said: Target practice! (Just kidding) Only with a bucket of water! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Hey. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 1 hour ago, Paradox5 said: No but it will. I’m trying to do as much pre-planning as possible. This does change house buying plans. We aren’t doing it. Instead, we are going to get everyone’s US and kids’ UK passports plus work super hard on paying off debt. We are going to move to an apartment as soon as this lease runs out. That will save us about $300 just in rent not to mention utilities and lawn care. Squeeeeee!! I'm so excited for you!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 22 minutes ago, Renai said: Hey. I concur. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 (edited) We got an email claiming that since we didn't pay rent they are going to lock us out of our apartment if we don't pay in the next 2 days. I went to the office with proof that we had paid rent and they said that it doesn't constitute as proof and now I don't know what to do. Legally they cannot actually lock us out. Edited February 5, 2020 by Slache 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 So today I went to the doctor (nothing interesting going on) and filed our taxes. I will have some ice cream later, though I told dh that I bought a pony off ebay. Also, I bought myself a very pretty taupe blouse for $1 at the thrift store. I don't have anything that matches it except jeans. That's weird, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 24 minutes ago, Paradox5 said: Hi! Staying warm? How goes the great purge? Getting sleep? Kind of. I keep thinking about starting...Nope... 2 minutes ago, Slache said: We got an email claiming that since we didn't pay rent they are going to lock us out of our apartment if we don't pay in the next 2 days. I went to the office with proof that we had paid rent and they said that it doesn't constitute as proof and now I don't know what to do. Legally they cannot actually lock us out. Know your rights as a tenant: https://www.tsahc.org/blog/post/know-your-rights-as-a-tenant 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Notice it does not say locked out of the apartment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Torino Villas needs an extra vigorous ENB stomping!! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 1 minute ago, Renai said: Kind of. I keep thinking about starting...Nope... Know your rights as a tenant: https://www.tsahc.org/blog/post/know-your-rights-as-a-tenant It doesn't matter. They don't do anything they are legally required to do. If they don't get their act together in the next few days, I will just have to stay home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 I swear it's all about the negative review that I left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Did I tell you guys they've had me paying late fees even though I'm not paying late? I come in with a proof that it wasn't late and they say that it's an automated system and there's nothing they can do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 4 minutes ago, Slache said: Notice it does not say locked out of the apartment. I didn't read the whole thing, I'm getting ready to do a live on FB. I did notice that there are higher ups to contact listed on that page - attorney general and such. You may need to step it up a notch. They continue to push people because they are getting away with it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Just now, Renai said: I didn't read the whole thing, I'm getting ready to do a live on FB. I did notice that there are higher ups to contact listed on that page - attorney general and such. You may need to step it up a notch. They continue to push people because they are getting away with it. I've contacted the higher-ups. There are already a series of lawsuits going on. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 1 minute ago, Slache said: I've contacted the higher-ups. There are already a series of lawsuits going on. Good, join in. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Just now, Renai said: Good, join in. I can't. It's not individuals, but the state or the county or something. They just said that they're getting everything straightened out and to hold tight. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Just now, Paradox5 said: can you show them on your bank statement where the payment cleared your bank? That is proof! If their system ate it, too bad! I showed them my bank statement and the email that I got from them saying that I had paid it on the due date. Neither was good enough. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 1 minute ago, Paradox5 said: Nope- you have proof. I don’t know who you can call if they try to pull something but any judge will say yes you did. Bank statement, and their confirmation of payment email is solid. Sure you can’t move out early? More cash, though. That would be like $1,500. I don't think they'll lock us out. I'm just irritated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 9 minutes ago, Slache said: I showed them my bank statement and the email that I got from them saying that I had paid it on the due date. Neither was good enough. Oh, it's good enough. They just don't want it to be. But their wishes aren't legal, nor will they stand up in court... So, they are basically nickel and diming you to pay their legal fees to the state/county/whatever.... Once the suit is over, did the state/county/whoever say what would follow? Are they going to contact you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 1 minute ago, Renai said: Oh, it's good enough. They just don't want it to be. But their wishes aren't legal, nor will they stand up in court... So, they are basically nickel and diming you to pay their legal fees to the state/county/whatever.... Once the suit is over, did the state/county/whoever say what would follow? Are they going to contact you? I don't know. Just now, Paradox5 said: Thought so. I’m sorry you are having to deal with these idiots. Me too! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 3 hours ago, Paradox5 said: Target practice! (Just kidding) 3 hours ago, Critterfixer said: Only with a bucket of water! Nerf gun?. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 Okay. I got a second email saying that the first email was a mistake. I don't really understand how this relates to the conversation earlier, but whatever. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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