73349 Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 ((Biscuit)) ((Junie)) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 11 minutes ago, whitehawk said: ((Biscuit)) ((Junie)) Forgive me for asking, but who is Biscuit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 Happy Wednesday, y'all! Just wanted to drop in and check in with the peeps who still love me. ? 7 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 MIL has passed away to be with the Lord. 3 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 7 minutes ago, Jean in Newcastle said: MIL has passed away to be with the Lord. (I’m not Orthodox but) May her memory be eternal. I am glad that her earthly cares are over, but I am praying for all of you left behind. Take care of yourself, Jean, as you navigate through all of the family dealings. Much love to you and yours... 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 Hugs Jean and family in this difficult time. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 Summer needs to go away. I am not ready for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 16 minutes ago, Critterfixer said: Summer needs to go away. I am not ready for it. Alaska has good homeschool laws. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 49 minutes ago, Ellie said: Happy Wednesday, y'all! Just wanted to drop in and check in with the peeps who still love me. ? The Queen has made an appearance!!! yay, Ellie! Good to see you!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 8 minutes ago, Slache said: Alaska has good homeschool laws. We just read a lovely chapter about Alaska in our history book. I’d love to move up there!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 ((Jeannie and family)) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 I really think I would like Alaska. Not joking. Alaskans are neat people. And it's beautiful. And never too hot. I don't like hot! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 56 minutes ago, Slache said: Alaska has good homeschool laws. Alaska has giant mosquitoes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 I am having my hair done. This is seriously cutting into my editing hours, but is needed. I have the shaggy dog look going on. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 (((Jean and Family))) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsuga Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 2 hours ago, Jean in Newcastle said: MIL has passed away to be with the Lord. I'm sorry Jean. I know this is not an easy time for you regardless. You're in my thoughts. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learning123 Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 God bless you and your family, Jean. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 53 minutes ago, Critterfixer said: Alaska has giant mosquitoes. Krissi is supportive. Be like Krissi. 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 3 hours ago, Jean in Newcastle said: MIL has passed away to be with the Lord. Oh, Jean, I am so sorry!!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 Home again Home again Jiggety jig. We are back! The hobble from the van to the front porch carrying my backpack was very hobbly. Next, I get to help dd9 get the horrible rat's nest out of her hair. Dh is going to pick up Chinese for dinner. ❤️ Ketchup later! 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 13 minutes ago, Susan in TN said: Home again Home again Jiggety jig. We are back! The hobble from the van to the front porch carrying my backpack was very hobbly. Next, I get to help dd9 get the horrible rat's nest out of her hair. Dh is going to pick up Chinese for dinner. ❤️ Ketchup later! WELCOME HOME! SMOOCHES! HI! ::waves emphatically:: 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 She's dividing the calories burned between all of us, right? 3 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learning123 Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 (((Susan))) Welcome back! Sleep well tonight! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 4 hours ago, KrissiK said: I was thinking more like, “Krissi is embracing her violent side today”? Have you been hanging out with JJM without inviting us? 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 4 hours ago, Ellie said: Happy Wednesday, y'all! Just wanted to drop in and check in with the peeps who still love me. ? ❤️ Ellie! ❤️ How are you? What kind of fun things are you up to now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 31 minutes ago, Slache said: She's dividing the calories burned between all of us, right? And the steps. But, I think, as the one who consistently doesn’t hit target, I should get the most. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 12 minutes ago, Susan in TN said: Have you been hanging out with JJM without inviting us? JJM has been making herself rather scarce lately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 2 minutes ago, KrissiK said: And the steps. But, I think, as the one who consistently doesn’t hit target, I should get the most. I have 8,000 steps this *week*. It's Wednesday. I get the most. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 2 minutes ago, ThatBookwormMom said: This evening, I give you all permission to tell me how absolutely stupid it was to come back in February on only a promise. I deserve it. (((Bookie))) It wasn't stupid. It was giving someone another chance. And it became a learning experience. I am so sorry. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 3 minutes ago, ThatBookwormMom said: This evening, I give you all permission to tell me how absolutely stupid it was to come back in February on only a promise. I deserve it. YOU ARE NOT STUPID! You are absolutely not stupid. You are married to the father of your children, loving them all as best you can by God's grace. We are in a fallen world with broken people and there are no simple answers. You don't get to call yourself stupid for giving your husband another chance. YOU ARE MY SISTER IN CHRIST AND MY FRIEND and you do not get to think that about yourself. That is a lie strait from Satan's mouth and nothing more so don't you dare give life to it. It's garbage. 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 6 minutes ago, ThatBookwormMom said: You're right. It doesn't feel like it tonight. I feel pretty stupid, but you're right. I wanted things to work, I wanted to believe him, I wanted to try. And maybe that was good. I just wish it was working. (((Bookie))) l totally get it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learning123 Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 ((((Bookmom))) You are grieving! I'm sorry. It hurts to try, and hurts not to try. (((again))) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsuga Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 57 minutes ago, ThatBookwormMom said: This evening, I give you all permission to tell me how absolutely stupid it was to come back in February on only a promise. I deserve it. You are not stupid. You hope against hope for your kids. ((((Hugs)))) now you have to be strong for them. I'm sorry. ? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 2 hours ago, Slache said: She's dividing the calories burned between all of us, right? Yes! My fitbit didn't even count calories burned from sheer terror, so plenty to go around! 1 hour ago, KrissiK said: And the steps. But, I think, as the one who consistently doesn’t hit target, I should get the most. If you count Sunday through today, it's over 90,000 steps. Plenty to go around! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Soap and warm water Wash away the sweat and dirt From four days in the mountains. #goatbegone 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 I can't stop drinking water. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 (((Bookie))) I'm so sorry. The others have said it well. (((Bookie))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 (((Bookie and board books))) 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 1 hour ago, ThatBookwormMom said: This evening, I give you all permission to tell me how absolutely stupid it was to come back in February on only a promise. I deserve it. Honey, you don’t deserve any of this...but your husband is not well enough for you or your kids to be safe. I hope that you are continuing to reach out to your IRL support network, including mental health professionals. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 28 minutes ago, ThatBookwormMom said: Jean, how are you doing? Can we help? Exhausted. Shed some tears. It was hard when dd was crying. But that’s normal for the circumstances. Took ds to Men’s Warehouse to pick out a dark suit at his request. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Hugs Bookie. I'm sorry you are going through this mess. It isn't fair. I hope you have a restful evening. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 I may go to bed early tonight. I feel okay, just really tired. Running around town tends to do that to me. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 I am so grateful for modern bathrooms! I would have treasured even an outhouse on our trip. We barely squeeked by with about 6 squares of TP left in our supplies! It is not easy to potty in the presence of bees, spiders, and millipedes. The kids were absolute troopers, though. Also indoor plumbing - 8 people use a lot of water, and it seemed like someone was constantly having to go up the trail to fill the 10 liter water bag at the spring. Having now hiked some of the trails and seen some other "routes" of the Barkley Marathons, I have a hard time believing anyone can make it through even one loop and live to tell about it. We saw the "Testicle Spectical" and there's just no way. :svengo: On one hike I blew my nose on soft leaves. They aren't very absorbent. I have learned that some trail ratings are only based on elevation change, not on general safety or treachery. From now on, I'm going to stick to trails that are described as appropriate for all but the most infirm. Is it too early to go to bed? I had trouble sleeping every night, but last night a herd of feral hogs tromped past our campsite around midnight and scared the bejeebers out of me. Do owls hunt wild pigs? It really sounded like an owl was following that herd. The lovely wood thrush woke us up every morning. I am grateful that the kids all said it was a wonderful trip and a great adventure. Nighty night! A Good Night Booyah! P.S. Slache, Alaska is awesome, but it is Very Far Away. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southern Ivy Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Hey all - just popping in to give an update on dad. ? This is from mom tonight: Psalm 105:5 “Remember his marvelous works he hath done...”Remember: used to emphasize the importance ofMarvelous: causing great wonderChuck and I had an opportunity to marvel at the works of our Lord today. Chuck met Dr. Evans, his surgeon who performed his surgery in February, today. Dr. Evans walked in the room and was speechless for a moment as he saw Chuck. With tears in his eyes, he shook Chuck’s hand and said, “Man, this is a special sight and a miracle.” As Dr. Evans began to speak with Chuck, he just sat and shook his head and stated once again, “You are a miracle!” He then took the time to show us Chuck’s CAT scan taken on the day of his emergency surgery. The CAT scan looked beyond hopeless of survival!!! Dr. Evans told Chuck, “Your bags were packed and you were leaving this world- or so I thought. Even making it through the surgery left me with very little hope of survival.” He and his nurse were astounded at his ability to follow and his involvement with the conversation, the depth and level of his questions, and his sense of humor. They were doubly impressed to learn he did not stay at Timber Ridge and had progressed this well. Chuck told him, “You would believe it if you stayed around Mrs. Drill Sergeant very long. She works me to the bone every day!” (While pointing at me) His next surgery will be in about a month to replace the flap. We are needing to consult with a plastic surgeon for a portion of his incision which has not completely healed yet. As we left the clinic we lifted our voices in praise - ?How marvelous, how wonderful, is my Saviour’s love for me.? 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Thanks for the update, Mary! So wonderful! ❤️ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Mary, I’m so glad your dad is doing well! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsuga Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 3 hours ago, ThatBookwormMom said: I hope I can be strong enough, and that I'm not making more mistakes sorting this out. You will be strong enough because you have to be. You will make more mistakes but don't make the mistake of giving up. That's the unforgivable one. Edit: Actually no... you can give up temporarily. But not forever. Rest when you need to. You don't have to keep hoping. Just take care, okay? 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 totally random and not related to anything y'all have been talking about recently. Or ever: I still don't know what I want to be when I grow up. I'm still looking for my tribe. Most of them seem to live on the Internet, and a couple of them live in other states, but I need them to live near me. That is all. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Wow, Mary!! That is beautiful. Thank you for sharing!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 ((Bookmom)) I wish I could give you a real life hug!! You are not stupid. I really don’t know what to say, but I am praying for you, for strength and wisdom and everything else you need!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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