Jean in Newcastle Posted March 26, 2023 Share Posted March 26, 2023 (edited) Day 195 loop with Juliet a loopy booyah Edited March 27, 2023 by Jean in Newcastle 2 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 Back from my Sweet Adelines contest. We went just for evaluation, not to compete, as there must be 12 members and we have only 11 (7 of whom had never been to contest before). We scored middle-of-the-road, so...::shrugs.:: We enjoyed ourselves, even though the Hilton hotel where we stayed only had one of its four elevators operating each day, such that we were given permission to use the service elevators. o_0 Went to Buc-ees twice (once on the way, just outside of Austin, once on the way home, just outside of Houston). My roomie and I enjoyed each other's company; her dh drove over from Austin and met her there, and they were planning to spend the day at a Korean spa. They are such a cute couple. ❤️ So I drove all the way home by myself. It was a long drive, and it rained, but I had no problems, and I took a nap in my comfy recliner when I got home. 🙂 Mr. Ellie had been at a Gideon Convention all weekend so he didn't even miss me, lol. That is all. 3 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 We are on our way to the hotel. I think we will be at this one three nights. We will be in DC two days. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 Dd24 sent this to me today. 😂 2 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 1 hour ago, KrissiK said: We are on our way to the hotel. I think we will be at this one three nights. We will be in DC two days. I so wish you had a little bit of free time in your schedule. One day, my friend, we will finally get to meet in person. 🙂 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheres Toto Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 9 hours ago, Susan in TN said: Dd24 sent this to me today. 😂 I grew up with my dad and grandparents being HUGE bird watchers, so I've always known quite a bit and enjoyed watching them when there was time. I would notice particularly unusual or interesting birds when they showed up. Dh was never that interested, although we had a couple bird feeders that we mostly remembered to fill. In the past year, he has gotten SUPER interested in the birds. Multiple bird feeders, looking for new species, excited to see certain birds. Going outside and waving his fists at the grackles. It's kind of hilarious. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheres Toto Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 I slept pretty well last night and feel mostly recovered from the sleepover. I definitely feel the difference in my ankle from not having had my bone broth yesterday. My stomach is also still a little off from all the crap I ate (or at least, lack of good stuff). Today I have a teacher out so I'll be teaching three classes. But there's nothing going on tonight so I can relax after work. Still heading in to work over an hour early since we still have one car for dh and I to use. I assume that will get easier at some point. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 Good morning! It's The Queen's favorite day! I woke up way too early again and am now dragging. Yay for coffee. Dd24 has an ortho appointment this morning and this afternoon we have the usual Monday instrument lessons, choir, and scouts. I'm currently listening to the Grieg string quartet (op. 27) which was my choice for string quartet this Wednesday but now I'm nervous because it does not look easy to sight read at all. At least not as a group. Counting to 2 has never been so intimidating! Coffee! 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Susan in TN Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 (edited) 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 Edited March 27, 2023 by Susan in TN 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 Weed whacked another section of the backyard. 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 19 minutes ago, Susan in TN said: 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 Mooom, Susan is speaking in tongues again! 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 30 minutes ago, Jean in Newcastle said: Mooom, Susan is speaking in tongues again! Keep it down! I'm trying to practice the string quartet! 😂 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 45 minutes ago, Susan in TN said: Keep it down! I'm trying to practice the string quartet! 😂 Gets out the weed whacker. . . . 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 Good Afternoon! Happy Monday! I had a busy day and forgot to post here before the day got started. I wonder if it's too late to take a nap... 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 Day 196 loop with Juliet 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 I've been slothful all day. My good friend's dh died Friday evening. 😞 Waiting to hear what's happening WRT funeral and whatnot. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 (edited) 3 hours ago, Jean in Newcastle said: Gets out the weed whacker. . . . MMmmmmooooooooooommmm!! fine. we'll do a duet. Edited March 27, 2023 by Susan in TN 1 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 So.... today we did Mt. Vernon, Arlington Cemetery (our school laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier), Iwo Jima Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial and Vietnam War Memorial. My feet are killing me. It was a good day, but I am beat. They keep us going. Our motto is, "Walk with a purpose." 5 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 22 hours ago, Junie said: I so wish you had a little bit of free time in your schedule. One day, my friend, we will finally get to meet in person. 🙂 I know. I wish we could meet up, too. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 4 hours ago, Ellie said: I've been slothful all day. My good friend's dh died Friday evening. 😞 Waiting to hear what's happening WRT funeral and whatnot. I'm so sorry to hear this. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 1 hour ago, Susan in TN said: I'm so sorry to hear this. TYVM. They celebrated their 50th anniversary last November. I don't know what to do or how to help. She has several adult children in town, and siblings, and she's lived here for many years so lots of friends and neighbors. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 So sorry to hear that, Ellie. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 Well, we are up and at 'em. "Full day today," says our tour guide. Like yesterday wasn't? We staggered in to our hotel room at 10:00pm. We are going to the Capitol and all things governmental today. And to the spy museum, which I am really looking forward to. And likely a whole lot of other stuff. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 43 minutes ago, KrissiK said: Well, we are up and at 'em. "Full day today," says our tour guide. Like yesterday wasn't? We staggered in to our hotel room at 10:00pm. We are going to the Capitol and all things governmental today. And to the spy museum, which I am really looking forward to. And likely a whole lot of other stuff. I remember when we went to the National Archives and the security guards kept announcing that people should NOT stand in the line that went around the circle, but just walk up to the various exhibits. But people still stood in line. And we just walked through the middle and up to various exhibits and got dirty looks which we ignored, lol. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 Good morning! Various kids have work and school and lessons. That's about it. I should probably do something constructive. Coffee! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 Good Morning! Happy Tuesday! I didn't sleep particularly well last night, although I did get Second Sleep. Trying to decide if I want Third Sleep or Early Nap. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 What I really want to do is sit all day with coffee and read my book (A Gentleman in Moscow) but in following the main character's daily routine, I will try to spend the morning accomplishating. Probably should do laundry and tidy up The Chair of Doom. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 1 hour ago, KrissiK said: Well, we are up and at 'em. "Full day today," says our tour guide. Like yesterday wasn't? We staggered in to our hotel room at 10:00pm. We are going to the Capitol and all things governmental today. And to the spy museum, which I am really looking forward to. And likely a whole lot of other stuff. I haven't been the to spy museum (yet) but I have heard really good things about it! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 5 minutes ago, Susan in TN said: What I really want to do is sit all day with coffee and read my book (A Gentleman in Moscow) but in following the main character's daily routine, I will try to spend the morning accomplishating. Probably should do laundry and tidy up The Chair of Doom. I wanted to finish that book before I left. But, didn't. I'm kind of glad I didn't rush through it. I don't think rushing through would be something the Count would appreciate. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 I tried reading A Gentleman in Moscow last year, but I couldn't get through the first chapter. I'm not sure why. Now I feel like I should give it another go. :) 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 Oh, and Krissi, I'm so glad that you got to see the cherry blossoms at (close to) peak. I've never actually been on the exact right day, but I know that they are gorgeous. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 Things found on The Chair of Doom: snorkel set, 4 sleeping bag liners, cake decorating tools, misc. packaging, clothes, tape measure, craft supplies, hangers. 1 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 I have a Grand Plan for altering and inserting an old pair of glasses into a snorkel mask so I can hopefully avoid having to purchase a prescription mask. Taking a deep dive into Redneck DIY 🤣 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bean Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 Morning! I hosted Mom’s Night last night. That might be my last one. I can’t relate very well to them. I just feel awkward. Sigh! Well, I tried. Little Man is on day 3 of having a hacking cold he picked up from the park Saturday. He’s been watching lots of tv- Wild Kratts, Preston Plays, and Adventure Agents. I’m calling it science and engineering! 😆 Not much going on here today then. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 The back gate area has been reclaimed for God and country. 3 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 Second load of laundry is in and I cleaned off the dryer and the lint trap. Things found on the Dryer: broken pocket watch, lens from sunglasses, hairband. Story time has been accomplished (almost done with Pilgrim's Progress). 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 Oh my word I need to go make coleslaw but I'm at such an exciting part in my book! 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 Day 197 loop with Juliet 3 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bean Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 I have done nothing all day. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 9 hours ago, Junie said: Oh, and Krissi, I'm so glad that you got to see the cherry blossoms at (close to) peak. I've never actually been on the exact right day, but I know that they are gorgeous. They are really beautiful. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 Well, we saw the National Archives, the Capitol, the Spy Museum and now we are off to see a few more memorials. Oh yeah, and we had a photo op at the White House. 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarita Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 6 hours ago, Green Bean said: I hosted Mom’s Night last night. That might be my last one. I can’t relate very well to them. I just feel awkward. Sigh! Well, I tried. You brave soul. I haven't gone to a mom's night this year. This year I finally said no because it's more stressful for me to go than to not go. I stated it to a small enough group of friends and this time they actually understood instead of trying to convince me that I need this and I would have a lot of fun if I went. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted March 29, 2023 Share Posted March 29, 2023 5 hours ago, Green Bean said: I have done nothing all day. I did that for most of the day. Taught my hula class with my one non-dancing student, stopped at the grocery store on the way home to pick up something for Mr. Ellie to have tor dinner (diet for me), came home and did nothing the rest of the day. It was a good day. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 29, 2023 Share Posted March 29, 2023 13 hours ago, Green Bean said: I have done nothing all day. That's ok. I was busy enough for the both of us. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 29, 2023 Share Posted March 29, 2023 We didn't get back to the hotel till 10:30 last night. These kids are exhausted and we are only half way through. I was expecting them to revolt last night. "No more monuments!!!!" We saw the MLK Memorial, the FDR Memorial and the Jefferson Memorial. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 29, 2023 Share Posted March 29, 2023 Today we are going to the museum of the Bible, we get to pick one Smithsonian and then we are leaving for Gettysburg. 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted March 29, 2023 Share Posted March 29, 2023 52 minutes ago, KrissiK said: Today we are going to the museum of the Bible, we get to pick one Smithsonian and then we are leaving for Gettysburg. I've not been to the Museum of the Bible yet either, but I've heard it's wonderful. I think I've been to all of the Smithsonians? My favorite is American History. Second would be Air & Space, I think. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted March 29, 2023 Share Posted March 29, 2023 Good Morning! Happy Wednesday! I had a really fun conversation on instagram last night. Dd20's roommate's mom is a friend of mine from when I was in my 20s and we were able to chat last night and start to catch up. :) 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 29, 2023 Share Posted March 29, 2023 Good morning! I got a bit of Second Sleep and now having coffee. Imma stop by a window company before string quartet and get a feel for what they have to offer. I've gotten all my laundry upstairs and have done two sets of bathtub pushups. Coffee! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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