Slache Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 7 minutes ago, KrissiK said: Oh, honey, you DO NOT want to move to California. Ever. We just got our vehicle license papers. Our car is another year older, but the state is charging us $50 more this year to register it. And gas prices are climbing. They will probably top $4.00/gallon this summer. It's where I'm from and I love it there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 19 minutes ago, Slache said: And we have 2 kindles but they're just e-readers. Indiana? Kentucky? Tennessee? Who knows? I've only ever wanted California but Matt won't move there because he's conservative and butt. Why California? Is it the weather? oh - I see the post above now. I'm not from here, but I really do pray that God never asks us to leave Tennessee. I love it. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 22 minutes ago, Slache said: Indiana? Kentucky? Tennessee? Who knows? I've only ever wanted California but Matt won't move there because he's conservative and butt. TEXAS. Because me. ❤️ 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 9 minutes ago, Slache said: It's where I'm from and I love it there. I also love California. But there's just stuff going on there...:-( Besides, we knew when we sold our San Jose house and moved to Texas that we could never afford to go back, so there's that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 1 hour ago, Susan in TN said: Slache, where are you moving? I feel this should be a group decision. I think she's planning on Alaska. ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 I don't think I mentioned I'm at the beach with my Mom and youngest. I am hanging out inside today because I got burnt yesterday. I used sunscreen and a beach umbrella. Oh well. I finished a book about Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. Now I'm reading another book about Lincoln. Thats my update. ? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 I had coffee in the red cup. Now I'm having coffee in the purple cup. 10 minutes ago, Another Lynn said: I don't think I mentioned I'm at the beach with my Mom and youngest. I am hanging out inside today because I got burnt yesterday. I used sunscreen and a beach umbrella. Oh well. I finished a book about Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. Now I'm reading another book about Lincoln. Thats my update. ? I don't think you understand what the beach is for. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Now we're out of coffee. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 9 minutes ago, Slache said: I had coffee in the red cup. Now I'm having coffee in the purple cup. I don't think you understand what the beach is for. It's for people not talking to me, lol. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 3 minutes ago, Slache said: Now we're out of coffee. That's terrible. (((Slache))) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 5th grade CAT testing today. So, apparently, I'm an awesome teacher. Except spelling. Which he bombed. Again. Life goes on. Spell check shall be his friend. I have a 6th grader... Middle School, here we come! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Good morning. Dh to cousin: "Could you sing one song at the funeral?" Cousin: "Sure, I'd love to take over the entire service." 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Hugs, Jean. So hard. I'm revising, and will start cooking something for supper in a bit, so I can spend the evening editing. As expected, did not get into the contest, but I didn't expect anything. I have my developmental edit coming up in a few weeks, and hope to learn something valuable about writing from that experience. Contests can be fun, but learning from them is hit or miss. Feedback is kind of limited and pretty subjective, as one would suppose. Or widely applicable. But telling someone generically to work on commas means nothing if the writer doesn't know they have a comma problem, and is just too non-specific to be helpful. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 (((Jean))) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 3 hours ago, Susan in TN said: I need to make a Tackle List, but I'm too lazy to find that thread. Done Bills Done Water and milk kefir Done Find and pack up guest linnens Done Backpacking gear Done Laundry Done Budget Lunch Salad dressing Get dinner started Pantry organization Backpacking gear Plant nasturtium seeds Dinner ? Making progress. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 2 minutes ago, myblessings4 said: Are you going to join SWB's Facebook book club? I'm in and like the first book, so far. Tempting. But I'm a listener, not a contributor.... glad you recommend the book! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Ch 2. The power of opinion: Lincoln, the Illinois public, and the new political order 1854-1858. Its a sunburnt, rainy day at the beach booyah! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Today I was testing the hypothesis that a human can self combust from stress. Dh's nephew is putting together some kind of a photo presentation of MIL for the funeral. It might sound strange to be so stressed by this but when the house is out of control and the yard is out of control and school is even more out of control and I have bills to pay and. . . looking through the Schoolroom of Doom for photo albums (which haven't been worked on in years) was a bit like the straw that broke the camel's back. But I found a photo of her at our wedding and one of her with each of my babies. So I think that meets the requirements set for contribution to the project. So now I can go back to focusing on the mess around me. (Though honestly, I feel a bit at sea at knowing even where to start.) 1 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 (((Jean))) First step is a solid 10 minutes of uninterrupted communing with chocolate. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 (((Jean)))? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 In honor of her most wonderful weekend, I am making Krissi's famous ranch dressing. (And will make blue cheese while I'm at it.) 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learning123 Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 51 minutes ago, Jean in Newcastle said: Today I was testing the hypothesis that a human can self combust from stress. I see it didn't work. Well, that's a relief! But really, please don't stress. Stress is bad. Stuff is stuff, but you are you! You have done exceptionally well to find those photos. Mission accomplished! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 56 minutes ago, myblessings4 said: Did she share the recipe here? Yes - this is it: 3/4C mayo 1/2C buttermilk 1/2 tsp salt Black pepper (to taste) 1T white vinegar 1 tsp each: garlic powder and onion powder 1T fresh or 1 tsp dried each: dill and chives Mix all together and refrigerate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 50 minutes ago, learning123 said: I see it didn't work. Well, that's a relief! But really, please don't stress. Stress is bad. Stuff is stuff, but you are you! You have done exceptionally well to find those photos. Mission accomplished! Well said! We do have regulations here on the ITT - whitehawk, on 22 May 2016 - 10:38 AM, said: ITT rule Section WTM-4.6J, No ITTer shall die for any reason. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 5 hours ago, Susan in TN said: I need to make a Tackle List, but I'm too lazy to find that thread. Done Bills Done Water and milk kefir Done Find and pack up guest linnens Done Backpacking gear Done Laundry Done Budget Done Lunch Done Salad dressing Done Get dinner started Pantry organization Backpacking gear Plant nasturtium seeds Dinner ? First, coffee! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learning123 Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 I really like whitehawk's rule. I'll try my best to obey. (((Jean))) Please, follow the rules, Jean. Susan, your list makes me want to take a nap. You have the coffee, I'll get the nap. I sewed a little bag for my daughter. That was something. I can't even call it craft-time. She sang on the floor and wrapped herself up in measuring tape while I sewed. Does teacher craft-time count? 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Good-bye, Ladies!!! Looks like we’ll be rolling over 3,000 pages this weekend!! Have a good one!! See you Monday!! 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 I didn't do all the things but I'm done doing things. The kids room is significantly better. I need a salad. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikslo Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Strawberry rhubarb crisp is in the oven. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 That's just cruel. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 16 minutes ago, ikslo said: Strawberry rhubarb crisp is in the oven. I'll be right over! ? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 I was getting rid of a pile of compost and unearthed a bumblebee nest. I stopped getting rid of the pile. (No, I was not stung. ). 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 What's funny is that this rejection, although as expected as all the others, didn't bother me that much. It's just judges and agents, and that's okay. The one that hit me the hardest was the one some weeks ago where the contest was for editing. That darned near broke my heart. I hated losing the opportunity to really learn things from a pro, you know? Crazy me. Even when writing I can't help being depressed that I can't learn all the things... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 I had a really good writing day. I revised an intense chapter which left me emotionally exhausted. This protagonist! He can wrench me back and forth in ways I didn't know were possible. I have the next chapter printed for editing. This chapter has one major scene that I have to completely rethink, rework, and rewrite, and then get critiques on it, and run it by my main Beta reader for this draft. I took one look at it, and sighed, and made another cup of tea. The end of the book is where all the weeds are, and in the weeds, there be snakes. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 John dropped a ninja turtle weapon into some part of the vacuum so Matt took it apart and now we have extra parts. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 3 minutes ago, Slache said: John dropped a ninja turtle weapon into some part of the vacuum so Matt took it apart and now we have extra parts. I am sure those were just extra.., 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 It just started pouring rain. Yes, the sun is shining at the same time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 A rainbow landed in my yard, but there doesn't seem to be any gold with it. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 3 hours ago, learning123 said: I really like whitehawk's rule. I'll try my best to obey. (((Jean))) Please, follow the rules, Jean. Susan, your list makes me want to take a nap. You have the coffee, I'll get the nap. I sewed a little bag for my daughter. That was something. I can't even call it craft-time. She sang on the floor and wrapped herself up in measuring tape while I sewed. Does teacher craft-time count? Yes, totally counts! Plus, she learned about wrapping and singing. Extra credit. 2 hours ago, ikslo said: Strawberry rhubarb crisp is in the oven. 1 hour ago, Another Lynn said: I'll be right over! ? Me too! Road trip! 1 hour ago, Jean in Newcastle said: I was getting rid of a pile of compost and unearthed a bumblebee nest. I stopped getting rid of the pile. (No, I was not stung. ). Gah! 24 minutes ago, Critterfixer said: It just started pouring rain. Yes, the sun is shining at the same time. You are the pot of gold! ❤️ 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Sigh. Gluten is back in the building 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 The vacuum works. Alex got his hands on a loaded water gun. I'm tired. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 I've done all the things. We're watching some Thor movie with a bad reindeer-headed lady. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 Did I tell you? The CD that has been stuck in my car CD player for over a year suddenly popped out today! 4 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 I am having ice cream and cereal for dinner. It's a one time thing. I hope. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 I am having ice cream and cereal for dinner. It's a one time thing. I hope. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 See, this is what wonky internet does. I got kicked off in the middle of the first and got a double post. Grrrr. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 See, this is what wonky internet does. I got kicked off in the middle of the first and got a double post. Grrrr. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 42 minutes ago, Critterfixer said: I am having ice cream and cereal for dinner. It's a one time thing. I hope. Apparently it isn’t a one time thing!! 2 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 For some reason my ankles/feet have been swelling since we got home. It's weird. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 I tried to eat some gf noodle soup a little while ago, but I could hear my stomach rebelling. I am now eating some unsweetened applesauce. Why on earth did I buy unsweetened applesauce? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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