Jean in Newcastle Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 I need to decide if I'm going to travel across the country to my nephew's funeral. The funeral is on Wednesday. I think that I would have to go Tuesday, find a hotel, go back probably on Thursday. Pros: He's my nephew. He's my favorite sister's child (the favorite part shouldn't be a big deciding factor but she is one of my closest friends) Cons: Sister told me not to come. Not in a "I don't want to see you" sort of way but I think because she realizes that - We don't have the money. Dh is coming back late tonight from a trip and you saw my meltdown a week ago about finances. Monday I have a doctor's appointment and it's dd's birthday. While I am capable of traveling on my own, I am already achy from a flare and none of this would be easy on me physically But I just don't know what to do. One brother is traveling from out West. The other isn't. And one sister is local to my other sister. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73349 Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Jean, it might be really better if you can go another time (in a month or two? or even for Mother's Day) and be with her when it's quieter. :grouphug: 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luuknam Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 (edited) Since she told you not to come, I'm leaning towards only go if you want to. He's not going to come back to life if you go or anything. I missed three of my grandparents' funerals for financial/passport reasons. ETA: the 4th one died when I was 7, so well before I moved to the US. Edited December 9, 2017 by luuknam 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 I need to decide if I'm going to travel across the country to my nephew's funeral. The funeral is on Wednesday. I think that I would have to go Tuesday, find a hotel, go back probably on Thursday. Pros: He's my nephew. He's my favorite sister's child (the favorite part shouldn't be a big deciding factor but she is one of my closest friends) Cons: Sister told me not to come. Not in a "I don't want to see you" sort of way but I think because she realizes that - We don't have the money. Dh is coming back late tonight from a trip and you saw my meltdown a week ago about finances. Monday I have a doctor's appointment and it's dd's birthday. While I am capable of traveling on my own, I am already achy from a flare and none of this would be easy on me physically But I just don't know what to do. One brother is traveling from out West. The other isn't. And one sister is local to my other sister. If your sister needs you to go then go, no matter what it takes. If she doesn't need you then don't go. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 (edited) If your sister needs you to go then go, no matter what it takes. If she doesn't need you then don't go. Yeah. We're texting about it. Her reply to me saying that I still haven't made up my mind is "I totally understand that it would be difficult so please don't let it worry you." She knows that I love her. Edited December 9, 2017 by Jean in Newcastle 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 I need some of Angi's energy. I have started the dishwasher. That's it. I'm really tired and achy and teary and I really need to get up off of my duff. I guess I will start laundry now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 (((Renai))) (((Jean))) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 I tried to nap. It didn't work. I read a book instead. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 If your sister needs you to go then go, no matter what it takes. If she doesn't need you then don't go. I agree with Slashie. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 (((Renai))) Krissi, my like is really that I'm indignant on your behalf. You should use the extra time to shave and get a pedicure. 😜 Actually, I am home helping DS with a project for Drivers Ed, making CHristmas Cookies and getting started on sending out Christmas cards. I haven't shaved my legs since.... since.... I have no idea. One of the perks of perimenopause is that I rarely have to shave my legs. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Happy birthday, Bookie!!! Happy birthday, Lynn's ds!! Way to go, Riv! :party: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 â„ï¸â„ï¸â„ï¸ Snow! I saw about 10 snowflakes! â„ï¸â„ï¸â„ï¸ ðŸ™„ 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 I forgot to tell y'all that my microwave died this week. We need to get a new one, but this week has been so busy. Cooking has been more challenging this week. Just what I needed. At least we have a large freezer now for chicken nuggets, pizza, etc. that can just be thrown in the oven. Mine isn’t dead, but the front panel has been falling down. So I superglued it back in place. So far it’s holding... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Mine isn’t dead, but the front panel has been falling down. So I superglued it back in place. So far it’s holding... Everything on our microwave is working -- except it doesn't heat anything. :glare: The microwave we had prior to this one started arcing. At least that isn't happening this time. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 The choir concert was lovely. They sang a Filipino (Visayan language) lullaby called Ili Ili Tulog Anay. â¤ï¸ 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 I'm having chicken and dumplings for dinner. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanalouwho Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 ((Renai)) ((Jean)) [emoji322]Riv[emoji322] [emoji512]Bookie and Lynn's DS[emoji512] [emoji477]everyone[emoji477] I did it! I went out today and did all the Christmas shopping. I went from no gifts bought to completion in a matter of hours. I usually spread it out and buy early for planning and financial reasons, but there is something to be said for the one and done approach. Maybe next year I'll actually put money aside each month and do the same thing except in November. Probably not, but maybe. Sent from my HTCD160LVW using Tapatalk 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Go, Lana! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 I was going to go shopping for stocking stuffers today, but we got snow. Wet, heavy, sticky snow. Maybe 2� Anyway, I scrubbed the bathroom floor instead. On my hands and knees. It looks really clean now. Yay. Now I’m bundled up on the couch, near the Christmas tree, reading. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 I took a break to ITT, though. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Renai’s class sounds fun. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 (((Jean))) (((Renai))) feeling any better? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Migraine :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Renai’s class sounds fun. It is. :) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 (edited) (((Jean))) (((Renai))) feeling any better? No. I feel terrible.I think it may have to do with my blood pressure, but I can't find the cuff. Or it might be the meds I took for it. Those have given me a headache many times. Edited December 9, 2017 by Renai Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luuknam Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 I keep feeding the troll over on the high school board. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luuknam Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 I know I shouldn't, but I completely lack willpower. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 ((((((((Renai)))))))) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanalouwho Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Internet ads are lazy. They aren't even showing me new stuff that I might be interested in. They just show me my own Amazon wish lists. I already know that stuff is cool; that's why it's on the list. Sent from my HTCD160LVW using Tapatalk 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 I know I shouldn't, but I completely lack willpower. He was bringing my sarcasm out. I’m sitting on my fingers for the good of everyone. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luuknam Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Internet ads are lazy. They aren't even showing me new stuff that I might be interested in. They just show me my own Amazon wish lists. I already know that stuff is cool; that's why it's on the list. Yes, but they don't want to be on your list, they want to be in your shopping cart, and then have you click on check out now. YouTube ads are dumb. Google owns YouTube, I thought, and surely Google should know that I'm not ready to join the AARP just yet. :001_rolleyes: 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Internet ads are lazy. They aren't even showing me new stuff that I might be interested in. They just show me my own Amazon wish lists. I already know that stuff is cool; that's why it's on the list. Sent from my HTCD160LVW using Tapatalk You tell ‘em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luuknam Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Btw, I'm sure that's because I listen to too much 80s music. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luuknam Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 He was bringing my sarcasm out. I’m sitting on my fingers for the good of everyone. You typed this while sitting on your fingers!? Wow, good job! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 You typed this while sitting on your fingers!? Wow, good job! Mind typing. It’s the newest thing. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 What thread? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 What thread? “Big Question about Education “ on high school board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 Oh, my! Don’t swim in the sea!!!!! 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 Oh, my! Don’t swim in the sea!!!!! Yes! I was going to read a bit of it, but ain't nobody got time for dat. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 My boys will be in high school. I'm avoiding thinking about it. I really should have started working on this writing career years ago. I'm hardly smart enough to figure out every punctuation mark that will make me look like an amateur. I'm hardly smart enough to figure out what minor mistake will get my first five pages rejected. And I'm way too sleep deprived to be thinking about this. Somebody slap me and tell me to quit being so down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 Yes! I was going to read a bit of it, but ain't nobody got time for dat.No kidding!! Whew!! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 This is hilarious! College Buddy just took me aside to tell me that I had taught Ds 20 well!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 (((Critter))) The ITT believes in you! (And your novels!) 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 Critter, here’s a slap (but with a feather duster 😜). Relax, honey!! You need some rest. Don’t think about this right now. Enjoy some Christmas music, have a good dinner.... I’ll send Rocco by in his spiffy Bermuda shorts and polo shirt to give you a foot massage! 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 (Dd15 made it into mid-state orchestra! She worked her tail off for the audition, but we were still a little surprised that she made it in because competition is so stiff and she gets very very nervous. She had her violin wear a mustache to the audition, so that may have helped calm her nerves. :D ) 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 Tree, stockings and concert done. :svengo: 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 Critter, here’s a slap (but with a feather duster 😜). Relax, honey!! You need some rest. Don’t think about this right now. Enjoy some Christmas music, have a good dinner.... I’ll send Rocco by in his spiffy Bermuda shorts and polo shirt to give you a foot massage! Foot massage... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 (Dd15 made it into mid-state orchestra! She worked her tail off for the audition, but we were still a little surprised that she made it in because competition is so stiff and she gets very very nervous. She had her violin wear a mustache to the audition, so that may have helped calm her nerves. :D ) :hurray: :hurray: :hurray: :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paige Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 After sleeping in to almost 11, Baby and I took another nap for 4 hrs. I've literally been asleep longer than I've been awake today and it feels great. I bet I can go to bed at a normal time too. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 I need to decide if I'm going to travel across the country to my nephew's funeral. The funeral is on Wednesday. I think that I would have to go Tuesday, find a hotel, go back probably on Thursday. Pros: He's my nephew. He's my favorite sister's child (the favorite part shouldn't be a big deciding factor but she is one of my closest friends) Cons: Sister told me not to come. Not in a "I don't want to see you" sort of way but I think because she realizes that - We don't have the money. Dh is coming back late tonight from a trip and you saw my meltdown a week ago about finances. Monday I have a doctor's appointment and it's dd's birthday. While I am capable of traveling on my own, I am already achy from a flare and none of this would be easy on me physically But I just don't know what to do. One brother is traveling from out West. The other isn't. And one sister is local to my other sister. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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