lots of little ducklings Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Need something to brighten your day? My beautiful, godly friend is posting here and here about her equally beautiful daughter (severely autistic, seizure disorder, non-communicative) who is currently undergoing RPM training in Texas. Be still my heart. I am just too happy not to share. :party: 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Ducklings, what a beautiful story! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 :seeya: Where'd everybody go? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 :seeya: Where'd everybody go? I have been attempting to pull together our first day of school. Have most of the books and workbooks except for the ones I have but can't find. Can't find the maps I so wisely printed out a week ahead of time. I had violin and cello students in and out all day so it was very hard to help ds10 with his math and when I came up from an hour of teaching he was sobbing at the table. Sigh. Only a couple more weeks of having this many students in and out, and then we will get back to "normal". 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Oh boy, I am dozing off. Better get back to work! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Now, if I could just find someone willing to hang our drywall... apparently our job is too small for anyone to want to bother with. :glare: But once the drywall and new carpeting are done, I'll be about to move us back into our schoolroom. :hurray: Too bad we don't live close. Dh would do it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 I registered for my fall courses, taking 4 of them, 3 for my early childhood program, 1 from mental health. THe end is coming close for early childhood, I will only have 1 course and 1 practicum remaining for winter term and then I will graduate from that one. Hear, hear! I'm on my last three courses. Week 3 of 5 in the emergent literacy course, and then 2 research courses. Last day of last class is 11/7! 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texasmama Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Duckie, that is a beautiful story. Renai, we will conduct a virtual party when your school is done. We are water logged and checking in at the hotel. It was a good day. :) 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Not only does dd want to quit that school, she wants to quit dance altogether. Her quiting dance makes me sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 We did the water park thing today. No hotel, just a day out and back. A fun time was had by all, and I don't think any of us got sunburned. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Not only does dd want to quit that school, she wants to quit dance altogether. Her quiting dance makes me sad. Wow. That is really hard. (((Renai))) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lots of little ducklings Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 ((((Renai)))))) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lots of little ducklings Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 My, it was quiet around here today! Our mason was a no-show. I get it, really I do. It's the nature of the job. But still slightly annoying, since I'd hoped to catch up with him first and now I'm likely to be out when (if) he arrives tomorrow. Dd's conjunctivitis was ruled "allergic" last week, but now four more of us have had it (including me today) when NONE of us have ever reacted like this to seasonal allergies. So I'm doubting the diagnosis. But taking zyrtec and hoping for the best. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Spent 4 hours shopping for materials for camp. The hardest thing to find were the rubber chickens. I'm beat. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I would love to take the 4 year old and run away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I'm sorry Renai. Was this just out of the blue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Stress is rising up spiraling out of control Control your breathing A haiku by Jean in Newcastle 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I'm sorry Renai. Was this just out of the blue? Nah. It pops up periodically. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Nah. It pops up periodically. I hope whatever happens is good. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 :grouphug: Renai 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 And ... she awoke with diarrhea in her undies. Thankfully, that's easy to clean. See, there are some things she's not supposed to eat for a reason. (insert face palm here) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Spent 4 hours shopping for materials for camp. The hardest thing to find were the rubber chickens. I'm beat. I've always wanted a rubber chicken. Just because. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I've always wanted a rubber chicken. Just because. But then you'd have to kon mari it. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Good Morning! No C25K for us this morning. We're thinking of switching to evenings to get the kids to go with us. But that's at least a 10 degree change, made worse by humidity. Also, I feel like I need to do something on the C25K off days, but I don't know what. Dh suggested P90x core, but I think that's quite a bit beyond me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 :grouphug: Renai :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 But then you'd have to kon mari it. Not if it brings me joy. :P 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I hope whatever happens is good. I consider battling waves of undiagnosed depression and coming out the Victor every time pretty good. :D 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I love chickpeas in any form. :D But at the bottom of that recipe post there's a link to a similar recipe at desert candy that roasts the chickpeas crispy instead. Crispy, sweet chickpeas sound good! I do love hummus, but find chickpeas a little dry and squishy otherwise (kind of like beans). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Spent 4 hours shopping for materials for camp. The hardest thing to find were the rubber chickens. I'm beat. I LOVE rubber chicken games!! Did you find them? We used to sell them at my former job - they were for fun variations of physical activity games. http://www.ciraontario.com/chicken-and-noodle-games Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lots of little ducklings Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 And ... she awoke with diarrhea in her undies. Thankfully, that's easy to clean. See, there are some things she's not supposed to eat for a reason. (insert face palm here) So sorry, Renai. I liked this because of your sense of humor, not the circumstances. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Good Morning! No C25K for us this morning. We're thinking of switching to evenings to get the kids to go with us. But that's at least a 10 degree change, made worse by humidity. Also, I feel like I need to do something on the C25K off days, but I don't know what. Dh suggested P90x core, but I think that's quite a bit beyond me. Great idea to get the dc included, though it's nice to have some alone or adult time for exercise to recharge your own batteries. Do you and the family bicycle? That can be a really fun family activity. Badminton or tennis can also be fun. Personally, I'm saving up for kayaks, but I keep using up the money on indoor tennis in the winter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lots of little ducklings Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Need something to brighten your day? My beautiful, godly friend is posting here and here about her equally beautiful daughter (severely autistic, seizure disorder, non-communicative) who is currently undergoing RPM training in Texas. Be still my heart. I am just too happy not to share. :party: Bubbling over with more happiness! Part 3. The last link I'll share, but I know Jeneil would love your thoughts and prayers as they move forward from here. https://rhemashope.wordpress.com/2015/08/11/finding-the-lock-part-3/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 ((Hugs)) for all ITT ladies. Looks like we're all needing a break! I've been feeling a little tired and anxious myself and I'm not sure why. However, the bright spot of my morning was spotting a black-billed grosbeak at my feeder this morning and I've never seen one of those before, though he was easy to identify! Gorgeous black and orange bird! Have a good day, ladies! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Just popping in quickly to let you know I'm not ignoring ITT. I'm planning more lessons for the coming school year, trying to get more curricula ordered, dealing with GI issues I assumed were due to my recent choice of foods, trying to get the house tidied up more, dealing with a sick child whose symptoms make me suspect I might be wrong as to the cause of my own GI troubles, and constantly running around trying to remember the multitudinous things I think I have forgotten. Basically life is :sad: :willy_nilly: :confused: :( :willy_nilly: :banghead: :zombie: :wacko: :ack2: right now. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I forgot :svengo: Though I did get the homeschool table cleared, expanded a little, and set back up again with less clutter. And I hand-scrubbed the floor underneath -- dry erase markers and colored pencils tend to leave a lot of flakes that stick to tile. Especially when a rolly chair rolls over them repeatedly. Hugs for everyone, since I'm sure we all need deserve them! :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 But then you'd have to kon mari it. Another reason I don't do the Konmari thing. Because I am the house of things like rubber chickens. And I don't mind it at all. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I LOVE rubber chicken games!! Did you find them? We used to sell them at my former job - they were for fun variations of physical activity games. http://www.ciraontario.com/chicken-and-noodle-games We found rubber chickens. At our local pharmacy. (I'm not sure what that says about our local pharmacy which is more like a small general store but hey someone bought them, right?) I am going to order that book! It won't help with this year's camp but there is always next year. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 for all who need it. and :grouphug: for all who need it. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 We watched Running Wild with Bear Grylls last night where he takes a different celebrity each time out into the wilderness. This episode was Michelle Rodriguez who I guess is an actress in the Fast and Furious movies. (I haven't watched those movies so I didn't recognize her.) But . . . this actress - she is my SIL in so many ways! How she looks, how she talked, her mannerisms! Do you ever watch something and say "That person reminds me of _______?" I was doing that the entire show. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Not if it brings me joy. :p :lol: What was I thinking? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I consider battling waves of undiagnosed depression and coming out the Victor every time pretty good. :D Better than pretty good. That's awesome. Even miraculous! :hurray: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Need something to brighten your day? My beautiful, godly friend is posting here and here about her equally beautiful daughter (severely autistic, seizure disorder, non-communicative) who is currently undergoing RPM training in Texas. Be still my heart. I am just too happy not to share. :party: Wow! I was in tears. (Really, and not like on Facebook when everything brings everyone to tears, it it really did touch me!) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Going dumpster diving at the local appliance store. They've given me permission so I hope that means that no one calls the police on me. #thethingsIdoforcamp 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lots of little ducklings Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 The allergic conjunctivitis has now spread to me and dh and dd6. So methinks it's not allergic. Ouch. Dh called in sick, which he never does, and we've all been stuck inside in the rain. With the exception of a rather unique medieval playmobil battle involving a wild chicken knight and ds14mos growling like Smaug while throwing flaming tin foil boulders from the couch where he was perched safe and sound from all the choking hazards on the floor, it's been a boring day. Which is okay. Easy Peasy Mac-n-Cheesy for dinner tonight, then bed. I'm looking forward to that. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Ducklings, I don't like that your "allergies" are contagious. Ouch! I can totally picture your medieval playmobil battle including the wild chicken knight (I think we have some of those) and the 14mos old throwing from the couch. How cute! Hope you all feel better soon. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lots of little ducklings Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I'd edify you with even more boring posts about my boring day, but I Am Now Running On Reserve Power. You may thank my dh and his on-going, all day online pre-season Packers research. Someone tell me please : how much can the pre-season football landscape actually change in 25 minutes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lots of little ducklings Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Ducklings, I don't like that your "allergies" are contagious. Ouch! I can totally picture your medieval playmobil battle including the wild chicken knight (I think we have some of those) and the 14mos old throwing from the couch. How cute! Hope you all feel better soon. Wish it was one of Jean's rubber chickens. THAT would have been really hilarious. But it was entertaining nevertheless. And now I'm dyyyyyyyiingggggg.........gasp gasp. last breath. And I'm gon 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I'd edify you with even more boring posts about my boring day, but I Am Now Running On Reserve Power. You may thank my dh and his on-going, all day online pre-season Packers research. Someone tell me please : how much can the pre-season football landscape actually change in 25 minutes? Does he play fantasy football? He and my dh would have a lot to talk about. OOOOH, and BOOYAH! or (booya for some) And This is the thread that never ends.... 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Today I KonMaried last year's cup of crayons. Now we have a cup of nice, new crayons. Also, I am looking for a product, robot, or pet that can be programed or trained to find #2 pencils and put them away in the supply caddy. The ability to sharpen the pencil or add an eraser when needed would be a plus. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lots of little ducklings Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Dearest Lynn, When my life was ebbing away just steps before the newest page, it was good to know you'd be there anyway, carrying the torch for me. With an H. Thank you. I am now recharged. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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