Junie Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Good Morning! Happy Tuesday! I want to go back to bed. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Good morning! I was not sweating hot last night like the past few nights, so I slept much better. Not sure what that was about. Dd12 is going camping with the Scout girls this weekend - dh is going along. She is super excited. It's going to be cold - down into the 20's at night. We have winter camping gear, but still. That's cold. We finally got dd16's SS card, so now she can apply for a passport. We have nowhere to go tonight! I don't even have to pantz! Coffee! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 How's your dad, Junie? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheres Toto Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Had to get up and going early this morning so I'm reading/posting from the science center. Had to drop of dh's car for a front differential. I'm here until after 4 today, then have to be at my Tech Tuesday by 5:30 and need to pick up the car and eat somewhere in there. Tomorrow is all day classes, workshop until 4:30pm then taxes. Thursday is a "normal" day with just classes, but Friday dd has a TKD belt test. And somewhere in there I should go visit my dad at the hospital. When it rains, it pours I guess. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Morning. I have to get to work with editing. I have four chapters left. Did five yesterday, so I can do this! 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 8 minutes ago, Susan in TN said: How's your dad, Junie? He was moved out of ICU to a regular room, and then moved again to a respiratory unit. My mom says that recovery is going to be a long, long road. She has a lot of hope. Truthfully, I don't have much hope at all. I am mentally preparing for the worst. Not necessarily right now, but I see it coming. My mom is an eternal optimist. I"m not. I live with a chronic illness. Parkinson's is even more difficult because it is progressive and degenerative. I know that (unless a miracle happens) he isn't going to get "better". I know that God can heal; I also know that death is a natural part of life. Sorry for the heavy thoughts so early in the morning. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73349 Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 (((Junie))) Hey, what's the point of imaginary friends if we can't be real with each other? Many hugs to you. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 1 hour ago, Junie said: He was moved out of ICU to a regular room, and then moved again to a respiratory unit. My mom says that recovery is going to be a long, long road. She has a lot of hope. Truthfully, I don't have much hope at all. I am mentally preparing for the worst. Not necessarily right now, but I see it coming. My mom is an eternal optimist. I"m not. I live with a chronic illness. Parkinson's is even more difficult because it is progressive and degenerative. I know that (unless a miracle happens) he isn't going to get "better". I know that God can heal; I also know that death is a natural part of life. Sorry for the heavy thoughts so early in the morning. Both hope and realism are necessary. Your father is blessed you have both you and your mom. ((Junie)) 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Good Morning!!!! COFFEE!!~D Tuesday!!!!! School!!! DD1 works in the nursery this morning and has another church thing this afternoon. She loves it, but I am the taxi. At least church is 5 minutes away. I’m getting my hair cut and painted this afternoon. ((Junie)) Don’t worry about being a downer. We’re here for you!!! We’re praying for your family!! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 (edited) 10 hours ago, Susan in TN said: So, some things to know about Shostakovich's Symphony No. 5: It is probably the most sarcastic symphonic work ever composed. He despised Stalin and his regime, and the joke was on them as they cheered wildly for it. Blaring, annoying military marches, awkward dancing with a forced smile, and a death march coinciding with a triumphant ending. All the while, some stunningly beautiful moments catch you by surprise. He intended it to be emotionally and physically exhausting for the musicians and audience. I love it. This is awesome!!! I never knew all that about Shostakovich. I just knew I didn’t like his work because it was annoying. But if he was doing all that to annoy Stalin, and make a fool out of him, well then... he’s the man!! Edited March 12, 2019 by KrissiK 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 (edited) We slept in until 9:30! Poor John did most of his school out of boredom. Need coffee. Edited March 12, 2019 by Slache 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 10 hours ago, Susan in TN said: So, some things to know about Shostakovich's Symphony No. 5: It is probably the most sarcastic symphonic work ever composed. He despised Stalin and his regime, and the joke was on them as they cheered wildly for it. Blaring, annoying military marches, awkward dancing with a forced smile, and a death march coinciding with a triumphant ending. All the while, some stunningly beautiful moments catch you by surprise. He intended it to be emotionally and physically exhausting for the musicians and audience. I love it. I need more of this. We are studying Russian cultural history (aka, "elective lite") and this is sososososo Russian. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Good morning. I am glad that my doctor’s appointment was moved to next week. Junie- getting ready for my dad’s death involved some pre-grieving. I am at that place with my mom. It actually helped me in some ways to work through things before hand. Still very hard but I know where my dad is spending eternity and some day we will join him. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 11 minutes ago, Jean in Newcastle said: Good morning. I am glad that my doctor’s appointment was moved to next week. Junie- getting ready for my dad’s death involved some pre-grieving. I am at that place with my mom. It actually helped me in some ways to work through things before hand. Still very hard but I know where my dad is spending eternity and some day we will join him. Yes, I have the same peace about my dad. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Lunch today - sweet potatoes baked with peaches and pineapple and onion bread with butter. I wish I had some carrot salad. We're having avocado toast with sliced tomatoes and bacon and mixed greens salad for dinner. I should make some salad dressing. And taco spice mix. I'll need that tomorrow. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 1 minute ago, Susan in TN said: Lunch today - sweet potatoes baked with peaches and pineapple and onion bread with butter. I wish I had some carrot salad. We're having avocado toast with sliced tomatoes and bacon and mixed greens salad for dinner. I should make some salad dressing. And taco spice mix. I'll need that tomorrow. You know that I have some! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 The ADD is strong in me this morning. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 1 minute ago, Jean in Newcastle said: You know that I have some! Be right over! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 12 minutes ago, Susan in TN said: Be right over! I have leftovers from yesterday's all orange supper: salmon, yams, carrot salad with some green grapes because Slache told me that I needed to eat my greens as well. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 i tired. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 In keeping with the orange theme, we had BBQ pork in the crock pot for a late lunch. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 DH and 3 kids are going to see Captain Marvel this afternoon. I'm taking youngest to swim. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 I figured one thing out in chemistry. Go me! Then immediately dd asked me another question where I was humbled and had to say “I don’t know”. I hate it when I don’t know things because that means that I am not providing a good education in that subject. I know that overall I am providing a good education but I wish that I was stronger in the maths and sciences. (Dd could ask dh who is very strong in the maths and sciences but she chooses not to.). 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 The people at Starbucks here are super nice and offer me baked goods that are unsalable (because a corner broke off etc). Unfortunately I have to say no cuz stupid Celiac/ gluten intolerance. In a related note, I really miss Cookies and Cream ice cream. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheres Toto Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 I had the last of my leftover vegetarian spring rolls for lunch today (the others were yesterday). Now it's teen/tween hangout and they are all being loud in the "break room". I'm sitting in the classroom eating tootsie rolls and reading. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Dd10 has been in tears for the last hour because she fell asleep during story time and then couldn't think of a second sentence to write for her last chreia paragraph. I told her to just leave it until later or tomorrow but she's tired and cranky. Dd20 had her second interview this morning for an RA position. Haven't heard from her since. I think she was getting a little nervous about the work load - being in nursing school AND having an RA job. She really likes working at the library, so she wouldn't mind returning to that job next year. Ds14 is getting better at reading out loud without a British accent. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 I love spring rolls. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 JJM.... I’m sending you my kids. Right now. I’m giving them a swift kick all the way to your house. They are driving me INSANE!!!! Give them the JJM Special, including poopaerobics. 3 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Apparently I am to blame (again) for the stupid Japanese language. 😉. Teaching Japanese has been interesting because I never formally learned Japanese. I immediately know the form to use and what is an exception etc but I am now learning the why’s. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 *waving hello* Slache messaged me, and I could actually log-in! Between log-in issues and sick kids (norovirus and influenza for the last six weeks being passed around in various combinations between my children), and extended family health issues I haven't been here. I miss you all and hope to be able to pop in more again at some point. The Ides of March is in just a few days. Have we prepared for our anniversary party??? 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 18 minutes ago, prairiewindmomma said: *waving hello* Slache messaged me, and I could actually log-in! Between log-in issues and sick kids (norovirus and influenza for the last six weeks being passed around in various combinations between my children), and extended family health issues I haven't been here. I miss you all and hope to be able to pop in more again at some point. The Ides of March is in just a few days. Have we prepared for our anniversary party??? It's at my house because I'm never driving anywhere ever again. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 I think many of us are celebrating with pie left over from Pi Day. I also have rootbeer. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 25 minutes ago, prairiewindmomma said: *waving hello* Slache messaged me, and I could actually log-in! Between log-in issues and sick kids (norovirus and influenza for the last six weeks being passed around in various combinations between my children), and extended family health issues I haven't been here. I miss you all and hope to be able to pop in more again at some point. The Ides of March is in just a few days. Have we prepared for our anniversary party??? How is everyone doing now? That's a long bout of sickness to deal with! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 8 minutes ago, Susan in TN said: How is everyone doing now? That's a long bout of sickness to deal with! Youngest tested positive for Influenza A last night. Her heart rate was in the 160s, and urgent care contemplated sending us to the ER, but let us go home overnight. We alternated ibuprofen and tylenol and got some more Tamiflu and all of the magical things into her and it has come down and is bouncing between 100-120 bpm. Older dd had GI complaints through the night. Thankfully she is doing better today. The boys are fine. My dad is recovering from surgery nicely. My SIL is out of ICU. My elderly relative had her shoulder replaced (new ball and socket) and her arm pinned back together last week after a catastrophic fall. She is at a rehab care facility to get OT and PT and is rather unhappy about it, but I'm not in a position to care for her 24/7 for the next few months. I've been coping with Cadbury eggs and Netflix. I had bloodwork today that is probably going to end my love affair with Cadbury, but spring is nearly here so I think I'll survive. The sun is shining more and I'm walking daily so that helps. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 2 hours ago, Jean in Newcastle said: I figured one thing out in chemistry. Go me! Then immediately dd asked me another question where I was humbled and had to say “I don’t know”. I hate it when I don’t know things because that means that I am not providing a good education in that subject. I know that overall I am providing a good education but I wish that I was stronger in the maths and sciences. (Dd could ask dh who is very strong in the maths and sciences but she chooses not to.). 2 hours ago, Jean in Newcastle said: The people at Starbucks here are super nice and offer me baked goods that are unsalable (because a corner broke off etc). Unfortunately I have to say no cuz stupid Celiac/ gluten intolerance. In a related note, I really miss Cookies and Cream ice cream. Sometimes I feel like you and I are living parallel lives. Except I want Cookie Dough ice cream. And I don't speak Japanese. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Junie--I'm sorry things progressed with your father. Praying for him, your mom as she adjusts, and for you all... 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheres Toto Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 I like root beer. And cookie dough ice cream. Really any ice cream with stuff in it. Especially nuts and caramel and chocolatey stuff. I don't know Japanese. or any other language except English. I also don't go to Starbucks but the Dunkin Donuts right near the science center gives handfuls of stuff out for free if you go in later in the afternoon. I bought a muffin around 1pm on Sunday and got like 10 munchkins thrown in with it. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 I don’t like love nips. They hurt. From dogs. I feel like I need to qualify that for Slache. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 2 hours ago, KrissiK said: JJM.... I’m sending you my kids. Right now. I’m giving them a swift kick all the way to your house. They are driving me INSANE!!!! Give them the JJM Special, including poopaerobics. YAY! I'll tell the short person that she's FINALLY going to be a big sister! Yayayay!!!! 4 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Prairie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Oooo! And we have 6-8 inches of new, wet snow on the ground. Once they've mastered "shovelling the walk," Grampa John can teach them how to drive the tractor! Vroom, vroom! 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Pan wake da sei. That's all the Japanese I know. "I would like some bread." Oh, I also know sayonara and ohayō. Sometimes my kids try to talk to me in Spanish or Japanese and I can only respond in German. And not very good German at that. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted March 13, 2019 Share Posted March 13, 2019 (edited) Dd8: Mom, what was that drink we had that one time that was soooo good? It was like water with ice in it. Me: Ice water? Dd8: Yeah. It was soooo good. ETA: It's a my kids are deprived booyah. When ice water is a treat. :svengo: Edited March 13, 2019 by Junie 1 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 13, 2019 Share Posted March 13, 2019 2 hours ago, JoJosMom said: Oooo! And we have 6-8 inches of new, wet snow on the ground. Once they've mastered "shovelling the walk," Grampa John can teach them how to drive the tractor! Vroom, vroom! Perfect!!! They will love that.💕 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted March 13, 2019 Share Posted March 13, 2019 (edited) 45 minutes ago, Junie said: Dd8: Mom, what was that drink we had that one time that was soooo good? It was like water with ice in it. Me: Ice water? Dd8: Yeah. It was soooo good. Junie has a let them drink water booyah. 😂 Edited March 13, 2019 by Another Lynn 1 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 13, 2019 Share Posted March 13, 2019 Junie is goin' fancy with the drinks! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 13, 2019 Share Posted March 13, 2019 Do you ever feel like maybe you ate just a little too much bacon? I probably need some ice cream to balance everything out. 2 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 13, 2019 Share Posted March 13, 2019 20 minutes ago, Susan in TN said: Do you ever feel like maybe you ate just a little too much bacon? I probably need some ice cream to balance everything out. There’s no such thing as too much bacon!!! 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 13, 2019 Share Posted March 13, 2019 39 minutes ago, Junie said: Dd8: Mom, what was that drink we had that one time that was soooo good? It was like water with ice in it. Me: Ice water? Dd8: Yeah. It was soooo good. ETA: It's a my kids are deprived booyah. When ice water is a treat. :svengo: Well, at least your kids can be specific. I get ,”remember that time you made that stuff.... with the things in it. That chicken (and by chicken they mean any kind of meat) stuff. That was good!” 4 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted March 13, 2019 Share Posted March 13, 2019 41 minutes ago, Susan in TN said: Do you ever feel like maybe you ate just a little too much bacon? I probably need some ice cream to balance everything out. No, never. But ice cream is always good for balance. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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