Indigo Blue Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 So if we had a monthly thread where the topics/ discussions were light and it didn’t matter if you hijack or stay on topic, and we posted about what’s on our minds, what’s for dinner, funny stories, really great kitchen gadget discoveries, recipes, pet photos, would there be interest? I guess I will find out by starting one for February. There are a lot of serious things happening in our lives for which, I’m grateful, we can post about and get support for. But it’s good to laugh and be light as well. It might help us to “bond” even more as boardies. We need more of these threads to balance out the more controversial and deep topics. No worries about being a thread killer, or feeling guilty about hijacking. There is no one topic to stay on. The only thing is to be light, to share something cool or fun….or funny. What do you think? I’ll start by saying I have no idea what to say because right now it’s cold outside, nothing funny is happening, and I’m just doing boring paperwork all day. I do not have any light topics to discuss at the moment. I’m just trying to get through February, which is my least favorite month. I’m supposed to be light, and so far I’ve only complained………great start! Surely someone else has something interesting to discuss or say? Anyone go anywhere interesting this weekend? Funny pet photos? 15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 I think it's a great idea! I don't have anything funny, but I'm sitting here mulling about painting the inside of our garage. Do I want to go with the traditional (boring) white or do I want something different? I'm thinking different but nothing crazy--maybe a beige or very (very) light yellow. But will that be weird? Definitely a first world problem. 😉 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo Blue Posted February 13, 2023 Author Share Posted February 13, 2023 Well, I did find this today. I’m not going to buy it because we don’t go to the beach often enough to warrant that. But, I’m very intrigued by this thing. Maybe this is just what someone else needs, lol. https://www.amazon.com/Sports-Foldable-Chaise-Integrated-Combination/dp/B07TPHYH83/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=MQDICDJJTM1K&keywords=mac+sports+beach+day+foldable+lounge+chair&qid=1676317426&sprefix=macsports+foldable+lounge%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-3 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo Blue Posted February 13, 2023 Author Share Posted February 13, 2023 Just now, Pawz4me said: I think it's a great idea! I don't have anything funny, but I'm sitting here mulling about painting the inside of our garage. Do I want to go with the traditional (boring) white or do I want something different? I'm thinking different but nothing crazy--maybe a beige or very (very) light yellow. But will that be weird? Definitely a first world problem. 😉 My vote is white. Always. I love white. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo Blue Posted February 13, 2023 Author Share Posted February 13, 2023 Okay. One more I forgot. I think this lady is my twin. I’ve been watching lots of these. The part where she cleans the hotel room before she leaves is me. Guilty. I just about died at the part where she vacuums herself out of the room. (No, I don’t do that at least.) 2 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 12 minutes ago, Pawz4me said: I think it's a great idea! I don't have anything funny, but I'm sitting here mulling about painting the inside of our garage. Do I want to go with the traditional (boring) white or do I want something different? I'm thinking different but nothing crazy--maybe a beige or very (very) light yellow. But will that be weird? Definitely a first world problem. 😉 11 minutes ago, Indigo Blue said: My vote is white. Always. I love white. I don't know that I would do white for a garage. Ours is so very dirty all the time, that the white would get dingy very fast. I might do a beige, or yellow or gray. But we are very dirty people out here on the farm. Maybe there are people who don't have filth in their garage? 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyoffive Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 Just now, fairfarmhand said: I don't know that I would do white for a garage. Ours is so very dirty all the time, that the white would get dingy very fast. I might do a beige, or yellow or gray. But we are very dirty people out here on the farm. Maybe there are people who don't have filth in their garage? That is what I was thinking. White looks great except it gets dirty so easy. I vote for gray or light blue. And I don't live on a farm 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73349 Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 If you missed the Puppy Bowl yesterday, I recommend at least looking at some of the athletes' photos! https://ftw.usatoday.com/lists/puppy-bowl-2023-puppy-photos-roster 5 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildflowerMom Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 I got a beginner crochet kit and I’m going to give it a try. Prayers are appreciated. 🤣 13 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo Blue Posted February 13, 2023 Author Share Posted February 13, 2023 Just now, WildflowerMom said: I got a beginner crochet kit and I’m going to give it a try. Prayers are appreciated. 🤣 Post a pic when you finish!!😀 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildflowerMom Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 1 minute ago, Indigo Blue said: Post a pic when you finish!!😀 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 it will probably be a knot of string. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanier.1765 Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 9 minutes ago, WildflowerMom said: I got a beginner crochet kit and I’m going to give it a try. Prayers are appreciated. 🤣 Once you figure out how to hold the yarn, the rest is gravy. I'd watch different videos to see the different ways and find what's comfortable for you. And if you end up holding it like no one else, that's ok too. Just as long as you keep the tension consistent, you should be ok. When I was learning, I imagined my hands as a sewing machine. The hand with the hook was the needle and the other hand were the hooks and posts that the thread is wound around on a sewing machine. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loesje22000 Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 26 minutes ago, WildflowerMom said: I got a beginner crochet kit and I’m going to give it a try. Prayers are appreciated. 🤣 You know youtube? It is FULL of videos with people showing how to crochet, you can replay a video 30 times and they are still happy to see you and willing to show how to crochet… The only teachers who are never tired to show it one-more-time 😉 Yes, I admit, youtube taught me crocheting… 4 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 49 minutes ago, fairfarmhand said: Maybe there are people who don't have filth in their garage? I have relatives like that. It's annoying. I mean, I also don't have any filth in a garage, but it's probably due to not having a garage. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 1 hour ago, Pawz4me said: I think it's a great idea! I don't have anything funny, but I'm sitting here mulling about painting the inside of our garage. Do I want to go with the traditional (boring) white or do I want something different? I'm thinking different but nothing crazy--maybe a beige or very (very) light yellow. But will that be weird? Definitely a first world problem. 😉 I vote crazy. I think the garage is the place to try out the crazy colors. 4 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildflowerMom Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 35 minutes ago, Loesje22000 said: You know youtube? It is FULL of videos with people showing how to crochet, you can replay a video 30 times and they are still happy to see you and willing to show how to crochet… The only teachers who are never tired to show it one-more-time 😉 Yes, I admit, youtube taught me crocheting… It comes with a video tutorial. It's this company. https://thewoobles.com/products/penguin-crochet-kit 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 2 hours ago, Indigo Blue said: Okay. One more I forgot. I think this lady is my twin. I’ve been watching lots of these. The part where she cleans the hotel room before she leaves is me. Guilty. I just about died at the part where she vacuums herself out of the room. (No, I don’t do that at least.) I need this shirt 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eos Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 OK, here's where I get to post a long-held question: what is the Ignore This Thread thread and how is this different? Explain like I'm not very smart. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth86 Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 Sounds good. I need light conversation right now. 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildflowerMom Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 Dh & I made Shepherd's Pie yesterday for the first (and only) time. Very good, but too much work. We've got a meal subscription box coming next week, but I'm nervous I'll be overwhelmed with the cooking. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo Blue Posted February 13, 2023 Author Share Posted February 13, 2023 35 minutes ago, MEmama said: I need this shirt I know, right? You can get it, you know. It’s their merch. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo Blue Posted February 13, 2023 Author Share Posted February 13, 2023 1 minute ago, WildflowerMom said: Dh & I made Shepherd's Pie yesterday for the first (and only) time. Very good, but too much work. We've got a meal subscription box coming next week, but I'm nervous I'll be overwhelmed with the cooking. I enjoyed hello fresh, but it required standing too long (for me). It was fantastic, though. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeAgain Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 I am nearly halfway through a blanket I'm making. Well, halfway through the center piece (4ftx5ft). It'll be 5x6 when I'm finished, which may be the biggest I've done so far. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bean Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 2 hours ago, BandH said: I vote crazy. I think the garage is the place to try out the crazy colors. I want to turn ours into the bridge of the Enterprise complete with LED lights and all. DH is a Trekky. 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bean Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 (edited) 34 minutes ago, Eos said: OK, here's where I get to post a long-held question: what is the Ignore This Thread thread and how is this different? Explain like I'm not very smart. It's where a few of us just sorta do a stream of conscious daily check in multiple times a day thing. Not really education stuff, though. Edited February 13, 2023 by Green Bean 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storygirl Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 I've never been a big fan of jigsaw puzzles, but I decided to put one out in our basement and work on it bit by bit, whenever I go down there to walk on the treadmill. And I really enjoyed it! I finished it last night and will start a new one. The one I finished is 750 pieces, and this next one is 1000. I'm hoping to figure out what my sweet spot is, where I enjoy the challenge of the puzzle without feeling overwhelmed by it. It's a little thing, but kind of fun. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 4 minutes ago, Green Bean said: I want to turn ours into the bridge of the Enterprise complete with LED lights and all. DH is a Trekky. This is what I am talking about! This is appropriate decor for a garage! If you need help painting, my kids have skillz, I will send them over. When I get a garage (if ever) you can repay in kind. 3 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildflowerMom Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 23 minutes ago, Indigo Blue said: I enjoyed hello fresh, but it required standing too long (for me). It was fantastic, though. Yes, I'm worried about that. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildflowerMom Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 Anyone know of these soft play toys are water resistant? Trying to find some outdoor toys for my dog. https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Soft-Play-Single-Tunnel/dp/B07G7PGQT5/ref=sr_1_2?crid=JE46UMQB6I12&keywords=soft%2Bplay&qid=1676330369&sprefix=Soft%2Bplay%2Caps%2C105&sr=8-2&th=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bean Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 3 hours ago, Indigo Blue said: Okay. One more I forgot. I think this lady is my twin. I’ve been watching lots of these. The part where she cleans the hotel room before she leaves is me. Guilty. I just about died at the part where she vacuums herself out of the room. (No, I don’t do that at least.) I love this family's videos! Hilarious! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acorn Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 2 hours ago, WildflowerMom said: It comes with a video tutorial. It's this company. https://thewoobles.com/products/penguin-crochet-kit My dd loved learning to crochet with 2 woobles kits. After those kits, she made a dozen different animals from free patterns online. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildflowerMom Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 1 minute ago, Acorn said: My dd loved learning to crochet with 2 woobles kits. After those kits, she made a dozen different animals from free patterns online. Yay!!! That is so exciting! That gives me some confidence! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkTulip Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 (edited) I’m moving in 2.5 weeks and am ridiculously excited. It’s into a house that I have had my eye on for a long time and always thought, “if that house ever becomes available, I would totally want to live there.” And now I am! I’m so excited in fact, that over the weekend I packed up pretty much my entire place and only left out what I need to get me through the next 2 weeks. It’s a little crazy to be surrounded by boxes for the next few weeks, but I really can’t wait to move there! Edited February 13, 2023 by PinkTulip 23 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Florida. Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 42 minutes ago, WildflowerMom said: We've got a meal subscription box coming next week, but I'm nervous I'll be overwhelmed with the cooking. I go through phases where I cook every night and enjoy it then get burned out and don't want to cook at all for a time. I keep wondering if I should try a meal subscription. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73349 Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 1 hour ago, Eos said: OK, here's where I get to post a long-held question: what is the Ignore This Thread thread and how is this different? Explain like I'm not very smart. ITT was started by accident. It tends to get a lot of the same posters all the time. (But anybody's welcome!) A lot of updates are personal, and might or might not be cheerful. I believe the 8th ITTiversary is coming up next month. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bean Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 31 minutes ago, BandH said: This is what I am talking about! This is appropriate decor for a garage! If you need help painting, my kids have skillz, I will send them over. When I get a garage (if ever) you can repay in kind. When I can afford it and get the floor epoxy coated, I may just remind you of this offer. You do not want me to help paint. I am very messy. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 Just now, Green Bean said: When I can afford it and get the floor epoxy coated, I may just remind you of this offer. You do not want me to help paint. I am very messy. OK, you can come keep me company while we watch my offspring paint. I'll make a pot of tea and some cookies. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knitgrl Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 42 minutes ago, Storygirl said: I've never been a big fan of jigsaw puzzles, but I decided to put one out in our basement and work on it bit by bit, whenever I go down there to walk on the treadmill. And I really enjoyed it! I finished it last night and will start a new one. The one I finished is 750 pieces, and this next one is 1000. I'm hoping to figure out what my sweet spot is, where I enjoy the challenge of the puzzle without feeling overwhelmed by it. It's a little thing, but kind of fun. Not a puzzle person myself, but for me 500 pieces is the sweet spot where it is still fun, every couple of years or so. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bean Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 6 minutes ago, BandH said: OK, you can come keep me company while we watch my offspring paint. I'll make a pot of tea and some cookies. I like it! You're on! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bean Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 Just now, knitgrl said: Not a puzzle person myself, but for me 500 pieces is the sweet spot where it is still fun, every couple of years or so. My sweet spot for puzzles is 24 piece floor puzzles with my 6 yr old. He hates them, though. 2 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted February 14, 2023 Share Posted February 14, 2023 I ordered Dinnerly to force other household members to cook on a regular basis. It’s getting toward 8pm, but I didn’t cook!!! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strawberries Posted February 14, 2023 Share Posted February 14, 2023 1 hour ago, Green Bean said: I love this family's videos! Hilarious! I do too! Their Thanksgiving Weird Al parody was fantastic. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
math teacher Posted February 14, 2023 Share Posted February 14, 2023 I love this thread idea. My good news is my Taltz injections came today, so I will finally get some relief from this psoriasis. And they took the sting out of the medication. 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildflowerMom Posted February 14, 2023 Share Posted February 14, 2023 Ds21 has a job interview tomorrow for a job that could really be a good fit for him. 🙏🏼🤞🏼 17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyoffive Posted February 14, 2023 Share Posted February 14, 2023 2 minutes ago, WildflowerMom said: Ds21 has a job interview tomorrow for a job that could really be a good fit for him. 🙏🏼🤞🏼 Sending some good luck to him!! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted February 14, 2023 Share Posted February 14, 2023 Daffodils are up here! I need to plant more (in the fall) because I love them. Do you have a favorite variety? My tall, early ones need to be moved because they no longer get enough sun. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amethyst Posted February 14, 2023 Share Posted February 14, 2023 3 hours ago, Indigo Blue said: I enjoyed hello fresh, but it required standing too long (for me). It was fantastic, though. When we got Hello Fresh, we specifically requested the 20-30 min meals. They were great for after work. Dh and I worked together so it didn’t take long at all. It was a gift. We keep saying we’ll try again but so far we haven’t. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cecropia Posted February 14, 2023 Share Posted February 14, 2023 Our first daffodil of 2023 flowered a few days ago (zone 6a/6b border). We have a spot that must be sheltered and warm because I never see another spring flower in our neighborhood before that little patch of daffodils. I feel this odd sense of pride about it. The rest of the family does not share my excitement and has had to endure the annual "hey, come look at this!" once again. My good news today is that I tried on two very-cute and two pretty-cute skirts that fit me and they were each $6. Haven't told dh yet... He won't care, but I feel guilty about spending money on myself. Skirts are a definite weakness of mine. I can pass up shoes, jewelry, dresses... not skirts. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
***** Posted February 14, 2023 Share Posted February 14, 2023 MercyA, we would love to have an update on little Peep! And a photo would brighten up our day?! 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted February 14, 2023 Share Posted February 14, 2023 7 hours ago, WildflowerMom said: Dh & I made Shepherd's Pie yesterday for the first (and only) time. Very good, but too much work. We've got a meal subscription box coming next week, but I'm nervous I'll be overwhelmed with the cooking. Too much work? Hmm….I make super simple Shepards pie….to the point I think, is this real food? 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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