KrissiK Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 I am the meanest mom In the world. I don't know what to make for dinner but it has to be on the table in an hour. Everyone is fighting. I have an enormous bag of single socks. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I wrote for one hour, but I still have edits to make to my short story project before tomorrow. I think I'll read to the boys first. This will be draft six on this project. Which reminds me to remind all young writers of this most important fact: writing is rewriting. Anybody who says different is selling a writing curriculum. :laugh: 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 What do you do with banana ketchup? I was going to use it for Filipino barbecue chicken. But I couldn't find any at the closest Asian market. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I walked to the mailbox. Twice,because I forgot the key the first time. I go barefoot, usually, and did today. I have burns on my feet now. Aww! Rocco, ice packs and soothing gel over here, stat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Krissi, this is for you. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I am going in search of banana ketchup. It's a thing. A Filipino thing. From WWII when GI's introduced ketchup but they didn't have tomatoes but had lots of bananas instead. I'm also going to go buy a book on cadavers for dd14. It's for Biology. http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/stiff-mary-roach/1101998814?ean=9780393324822&pcta=n&st=PLA&sid=BNB_DRS_Core+Shopping+Textbooks_00000000&2sid=Google_&sourceId=PLGoP237&k_clickid=3x237# Alright! Sounds great all around! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I am the meanest mom In the world. I don't know what to make for dinner but it has to be on the table in an hour. Everyone is fighting. I have an enormous bag of single socks. Mismatched "pairs" of socks are periodically in style. It's yet another trend my friend and I started in our starving student days. It's quite the thing now! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 (edited) We horsed. I asked DH if he would be willing to go over there with us this evening after he got off work instead of tomorrow because my tomorrow kept filling up. It's a good thing we went early -- the horses had knocked down some of the fencing between the house yard and corral. It was still standing enough to keep them away from the roses and bird feeders, but they might have gotten hurt. FIL had been gradually replacing fence posts before their trip; now there will be several replaced in quick fashion this weekend. DH, my dear engineer, promptly dug out scrap lumber and long deck screws and managed to support the fence enough to keep the horses contained and safe for the interim. He really is such a catch! :001_tt1: :001_tt1: And then we stopped for Japanese food on the way back home. A mending fences Booyah! Edited September 20, 2016 by AMJ 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Okay, seriously. What color is the first word in my signature? What about my bed spread in my new avatar? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Okay, time to go prod kids to get them into bed sooner. I want my shower and bed. Night-night, everyone! Sweet dreams! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 A mending fences Booyah! I bet it's not as pretty as my fence. #fencepride 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 (edited) Dh approved my Filipino bbq. Though he laughed at my pronunciation. No fair! I've never studied Tagalog! Edited September 20, 2016 by Jean in Newcastle 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Slache, your avatar is pretty! I love the color. I've never heard of that Michael guy. Lynn is always right, but I do like Our Mother Tongue as a sort of grammar supplement and make my kids read it in high school. I might use banana ketchup on a peanut butter sandwich. It appears you all need to be reminded about the perils of traveling dangerous roads. In the immortal words of Teresa Mannion: "Don't make unnecessary journeys, don't take risks on treacherous roads. And don't swim in the sea. Incredibly people have been spotted in the water here in Blackrock in Salthill today and yesterday." 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Oh, you didn't mean they should absorb it osmotically? Lying down with the book on one's chest isn't sufficient? No, it has be laid on the head. Or, you have to sleep on it. That's common knowledge, you know. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Matt wants banana ketchup. Michael Clay Thompson is the author of a language arts curriculum. It looks lovely but it's pricey. Several components including grammar, writing, poetry, and literature. I was planning on using the poetry but ikslo's obnoxious and won't shut up about the stupid program so I really, really, really want it. http://www.rfwp.com/pages/michael-clay-thompson/ Is Our Mother Tongue not good as a stand alone for my purposes? I think it would help with my Greek studies. I've had this frigging phone case for who knows how long and apparently I don't even know what color it is. I'm so irritated. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 This new schedule is seriously messing with me. Oh well. I will adjust. And then the schedule will change! I'm ready for the schedule change. And the full schedule is just starting tomorrow (for Dancer). I already know I'm not going to like it. Come on spring! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 It appears you all need to be reminded about the perils of traveling dangerous roads. In the immortal words of Teresa Mannion: "Don't make unnecessary journeys, don't take risks on treacherous roads. And don't swim in the sea. Incredibly people have been spotted in the water here in Blackrock in Salthill today and yesterday." You have the transcript! You are totally awesome! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I ordered something from Michael clay Thompson before. I sent it back. We started Our Mother Tongue once. Well, neither of these statements sound promising. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I'm getting a divorce and never buying anything green, blue or purple ever again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 (((Slache))) Is it possible that you have some color blindness? Do you need the ENB? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I'm getting a divorce and never buying anything green, blue or purple ever again. Is Matt being an annoying dinosaur? Okay, seriously. What color is the first word in my signature? What about my bed spread in my new avatar? The correct answer is, "Whatever color Slash says it is." Duh. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Junie, I don't see a few shades (1?) of blue which screws up green and purple if they have that shade. JJM, get him. Angi, they're green. :toetap05: 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Angi, they're green. :toetap05: Whatever you say, dear. (FWIW, dh is partially colorblind, but he is the only one between the two of us who can pick out decent paint colors.) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Junie, I don't see a few shades (1?) of blue which screws up green and purple if they have that shade. JJM, get him. Angi, they're green. :toetap05: My dh and I don't agree what color our house is. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Oh and my fence is still up. Is it working? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I bet you could find some grammar books at the library. I second the library. I've found many a good thing at the library. I found the books that the local college uses for German study at the library (sale - $1), and all the free things. :D 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Yeah, we're still dealing with the fallout from my kids' mom not doing enough parenting while pregnant and recovering. They've both developed horribly bratty tendencies. Yes, we deal with fallout with Gymnast when dh is the primary caregiver. :huh: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I was going to use it for Filipino barbecue chicken. But I couldn't find any at the closest Asian market. Recipe: http://www.foodrepublic.com/2015/09/02/banana-ketchup-the-philippines-answer-to-a-lack-of-tomatoes/ 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Yes, we deal with fallout with Gymnast when dh is the primary caregiver. :huh:Same here. Matt's a good dad, but he doesn't pay attention. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 (edited) I need the cranky pants with the chocolate dispenser. And Sven. He needs to come and fan me with a large fan made of peacock feathers. And Rocco can peel me some grapes. My oldest is going to send me to an early grave. Actually, I think I am going to go to bed early. I just need to lay down and relax in some place soft. Edited September 20, 2016 by KrissiK 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 (edited) Recipe: http://www.foodrepublic.com/2015/09/02/banana-ketchup-the-philippines-answer-to-a-lack-of-tomatoes/ Not going to happen. I have a hard enough time opening a jar of banana ketchup and dumping it on the chicken! Edited September 20, 2016 by Jean in Newcastle 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I'm super tired. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I have a colorblind story for you. MIL with dementia was missing and I was talking to the police and giving them a description. FIL was telling me what she was wearing - gray shirt, gray pants, gray shoes. . . . Dh was listening to all of this and he leaned over and whispered, "You do realize that he's colorblind, right?" Oops. When we finally found her she had a purple shirt, brown pants. . . 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Good morning. Coffee! But not yet. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Slache, was it even morning your time when you posted? Go back to bed! Good Tuesday Morning! There's nothing wrong with Mother Tongue... might be a bit wordy for your purposes. I haven't looked at it in a while. I've never used JAG, but it seems like when I looked at it, it was very much like AG but slightly easier reading level. If you already have JAG, for heaven's sake give it a try before you buy anything else. Crazy busy week again here. Hope everyone has a good day. Hugs, chocolate, wine, and everything else good for Krissi. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Good morning! Sorry about the MCT conversation, Slache. Not. :D *****WARNING disgusting visual WARNING ****** Still not sure what to think about Banana Ketchup. I'm thinking it would probably remind me of what the last banana DS ate looked like after coming back up on my table. I think I'll pass. We had a very productive school day yesterday. Also, no whining. Scary. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Good morning! Field trip today. Then music lessons and orchestra rehearsal. I believe Sven is available for Swedish massage and gourmet chocolates and fancy coffee/hot chocolate delivery today. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 We are all still alive despite the black spots dd7 handed out yesterday. I hope the mailman is OK. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I bet it's not as pretty as my fence. #fencepride Very true. I like your fence. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 No, it has be laid on the head. Or, you have to sleep on it. That's common knowledge, you know. What about bathtubs? If we immerse the book while taking a bath will it coat us all over? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I'm ready for the schedule change. And the full schedule is just starting tomorrow (for Dancer). I already know I'm not going to like it. Come on spring! In the interim I'll settle for the end of DST. Several days & weeks in a row. I need an extra hour in my days.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I guess I shouldn't have answered. Answered what, the MCT thing? That's not keeping us away from you. That couldn't keep us away from you. Different things work for different people, and we wouldn't let such things come between friends. I was in bed when you posted that, so I'm answering this morning. You are our friend and we love you, points of difference and all. If we were all the same who would we have to friend-bicker with? :001_wub: :biggrinjester: :001_tt2: 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Junie, I don't see a few shades (1?) of blue which screws up green and purple if they have that shade. JJM, get him. Angi, they're green. :toetap05: Oh, I just thought the color discussion was simply noticing that the signature text and the sheets are the same color. They look green to me, a rather pretty seafoam green. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 My dh and I don't agree what color our house is. I suspect my DH and I also see colors a little differently, too. Clothes he calls "brown" I call "green". Blue-green colors can be a source of contention as we bicker over whether they are more bluish or more greenish. We also disagree on the pronunciation of "cyan" -- I say the "c" is soft ("si-ann) and he says it's hard ("ki-yann", like cayenne). 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Hang in there, Krissi. Just 3 or 4 more years and his brain will straighten itself out. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I'm super tired. :grouphug: :grouphug: I hope you got some good, restful sleep. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Oh, I just thought the color discussion was simply noticing that the signature text and the sheets are the same color. They look green to me, a rather pretty seafoam green. You people obviously need to work on channeling your inner Slash. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Good morning! Field trip today. Then music lessons and orchestra rehearsal. I believe Sven is available for Swedish massage and gourmet chocolates and fancy coffee/hot chocolate delivery today. Send Sven over here! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Almost done with first cup of coffee - must go pooperaerobicize. Who the heck signed this kid up for a class that starts at 8 am??? 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 We are all still alive despite the black spots dd7 handed out yesterday. I hope the mailman is OK. She gave a black spot to the mailman? What did he do to her to prompt that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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