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Emily and I have been ziplining about a dozen times. Today was Micah’s first time. Without a harness and OSHA-inspected facility I’d be scared of heights. I strongly dislike tree-to-tree zops, but long runs with brakes are awesome!
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good morning, Val the zip lining does look fun .Well yesterday it rained here all day we even lost our power for a couple of hours .I think a transformer blew so any way living in the country we loose our power a lot last time was in august and it was hot . So we are getting tired of no power we are going to invest in a home generator one that is hooked up to the house . We do have a portable generator but it is a pain you have to make sure it has gas all the time you are running it but with one that is hooked up to our home it will kick on when we loose power. Boy Jo poison ivy hope it clears up soon. Ed hope your new sugar glider gets alone with everyone. take care everyone2
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Howdy all y'all. It's marvelous Monday! We're expecting a high of 75 today with 10% chance of precipitation. I need to get to Walgreen's to pick up a prescription, and while out I might run by Publix to pick up a couple of things.
No nap yesterday as I was on the road from about 2:30 in the afternoon until 11:00 at night. I drove to Clinton, TN to pick up the new sugar glider and he is now safely in the separated (but adjacent) space next to Clyde. They haven't met face to face yet, as we kept the new one in a bird cage that is itself in the larger space adjacent to Clyde's space. So he's in a cage within a cage. Clyde was VERY interested as he could hear the new glider chattering (or crabbing, as it's called) about everything. Apparently new guy is a bit wild as he escaped into the basement at the breeder's place and was running free for a while, but we hope to tame him over time.
Of course Kiara and Orion (especially Orion) are also VERY interested in new guy, which was another reason to keep him in a cage within a cage for his first night here. He did come out of his hanging cloth bag once we got him settled, and put his food in the cage with him, and he seemed very active and curious.
Because of his semi-wildness the breeder charged only half what he usually does so we got a bargain basement sugar glider.
I did, after taking care of everything, get to bed shortly before 1:00 this morning. Definitely going to work on a nap today!
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A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.
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All mushrooms are edible. Some, only once...
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Good morning all.
Good luck with your new sugar glider, Ed. Sounds like a lot of work to get him settled in.
Irene...does the house generator hook up to natural gas? We've thought about it, but don't usually lose our power for that long when it's down.
The zip lining looks cool, Val...I'll bet it is a lot of fun.
Another nice Fall day here, partly cloudy, with a high in the 60s. Happily no appointments today, so will find something more fun to do.
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Hello!!
Finally heard about my biopsy. Everything was good, thank God..and I just go back in like 9 months for another U/S. Looks like I have added another Dr. to my yearly repertoire. I don't have to find interesting things to do..the Docs have it all planned out, lol..
I need to take a run into Montgomery and leave my son's B-day card and gift. I want to be back before the storms hit. I stayed up till 2 am..so not exactly setting the world on fire with my speed. I did get to Sunday class and church. I really needed that. I came home early though, skipping a really great meal and small group. I may be able to do a full day there after May gets over the trauma of 2 really too long days this past week of being by herself. She is like a shadow stuck to me, lol.. My spoiled baby!! 
Wow, Ed! That is some wonderful commitment taking on a semi wild little critter. Great pics! Clyde sounds like a delight, so I hope your new little guy follows suite!! It will amuse the kitties!! Jo, You must hold the record for the longest bout of ivy on record!! Please do not meet it again!! I hope you are feeling better. Vacation sounds nice, and I hope you get some rest though too. I so love being home!! Long for a day I can just be home, lol..! Val, you are an adventurous soul..So is Vix apparently!! While I would love to watch you..no way would you talk me into it!! Sounds like the storms did not hit you, which is good. Hope no one was hurt in the Dallas area from the tornado. Time for our mini 2nd season of tornado's here..Irene, sure sounds like that generator is just the ticket. I would hate to lose power that frequently!! The soup recipe sounds good. Definitely will try it!! Glad Annie seems to be doing good!! Vix, I hope you have continued restful fall days! It is fall like here. 50's at nite. Today is a little warm at 82, but it should cool again in a few days!! Hope everyone finds their pumpkin!! Have a great day!!! 1 -
good morning , well our weather yesterday was beautiful it was in the 70s . Yes vix it will be hooked up to our gas and I like it because it will turn on when we loose our power. take care everyone2
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Happy Tuesday! I’m working stupid long hours.
Someone had asked if it gets cold here. Everything is relative. After moving here from Indiana...I didn’t wear a coat for 4 years. But I’ve acclimated so now I do in some of December and January. We visit Indiana every Thanksgiving, so i get a refresher on scraping ice frim the windshield and occasionally shoveling snow.1 -
Good morning;
Today I am 63 years young.
Ed-I hope your new sugar glider acclimates to his new surroundings and gets along with Clyde. Have you picked out a name yet?
Jan-That is good news about the biopsy. If I decide to clean that part of the yard again, I am going to wear a Hazmat suit.
Vix-Hope you found something fun to do yesterday.
Irene-thanks for the soup recipe. I will definitely try it.
Yesterday I took my car for its first oil change. They were going to charge me $94.00. Luckily I
purchased the service package when I bought my car, so there was no charge. I thought for that price were they putting gold in my car. I also took hubby out to dinner for his birthday.
Today is the start of my fall cleaning. I have already cleared out 2 rooms and wash the walls and floors. I am waiting for the floors to dry, so I can wax them. I have old hardwood floors that are in dire need of refinishing. Then I will put everything back into the rooms and start on the next 2. My goal is to get the second floor done today. Then tomorrow I can start on the downstairs rooms. If I can finish this in 2 days, I will have the rest of the week to do fun stuff.
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Good morning.
Jan, so glad your test results were good. Yay! Sounds like you've been busy with a lot of other good things.
Irene, the generator sounds like a great idea for your area. Hope you are enjoying your new deck with the beautiful Fall weather!
Val, ah, so it is warmer there in winter...not usual to have ice or snow...that's pretty nice.
Jo!!!!
Make sure you get a day off to celebrate your birthday!!! You must have the cleanest house ever!
I got a deal from my car service...3 oil changes for $159, else each one would be about what you said, but I do get full synthetic in my car...no more $39 dollar oil changes!
Ed, hope your new baby is settling in.
I'm off to stained glass class and clay group today.
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Howdy all y'all. It's terrific Tuesday! Expecting a high of only 69 today with 80% chance of rain. I don't think I have to go anywhere, which is good since I woke up to a dull headache and aches. And rain, which I suspect is the culprit for the headache and aches, both of which have subsided to some extent, what with breakfast and my usual hot tea. I'm on my second mug (of four) so far.
I have given Lilo her Tuesday shot (and the required treats) and she is in my lap now. In her old age, she wants a lot of lap time, cuddling, or at least to be very near one of us, with occasional wanderings off to a couple of known extra-warm spots far an occasional short while.
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A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.
Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
All mushrooms are edible. Some, only once...
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Ed, hope you feel better!! Cuddling the cat is a very important job!!! 1
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good morning, Happy Birthday Jo and tell your husband happy birthday. Ed hope you are feeling better. Today I go to Deborah hospital to give communion to the sick ,it is so great to be able to do things again now that my deck is done we do have one more inspection when Joe gets back from vacation. take care everyone1
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Good morning, all.
Oh, I missed that...happy Birthday to your husband too, Jo. Cool that your birthdays are close together.
Hope you're feeling better, Ed...I think I get more achy with the rain too.
Hey, Jan, Irene, Val hope all is well.
I have an acupuncture appt this morning. Looks like a sunny day so far.
Happy Wednesday, everyone. (I am a morning person!)
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Good morning;
Thanks for the birthday wishes.
Ed-I hope you feel better.
I finished 4 rooms yesterday. Today I am doing the upstairs hall, the staircase, the downstairs hall and the living room. I am pushing myself today. I really don't feel like doing anything, but I started, so I have to finish.
Sophie is helping. She just walked down the hall and stairs that I just waxed. I may have to go over them again after I inspect for paw prints.
It is currently raining here, so a good day to stay in.
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Howdy all y'all. It's wonderful Wednesday! Another pleasant, cool day in the forecast. My kind of day!
Mr. Crabbypants (my temporary name for the new glider - I am not the one picking his forever name) has been released from his cage within a cage into the larger space and seems to like it. He and Clyde spent some time at the barrier last night "getting to know" each other. Yes, you can read that as chattering and swiping at each other and apparently trying, unsuccessfully, to fight. That's why there is a barrier. LOL. If they can learn to get along, we may, at some point, let them cohabit, but if not, at least each will know that there is another sugar glider in the "colony" and they are not solo.
Mr. Crabbypants found, and ate, all his food in the larger space, and he was bouncing around in it early this morning. He did chatter (crabbing) at me a bit but not quite as much as he had been.
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A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.
Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
All mushrooms are edible. Some, only once...
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Hello!
I so relate to that cartoon!! So not a morning person, Vix!! Happy (probably late) birthday to you Jo!! That is amazing you and your husband have those close birthdays!! Hope you do something special! So funny about the cat, especially as I am not doing the waxing...Ed, that is interesting about your gliders. I would think 2 males would not get along. But it has to be reassuring they can see, smell and hear each other! Irene, glad your routine is more getting back to normal!! It is so disruptive when people work at your house..no matter how good they are!! Hi Val!! I know you are working away!!
Getting out with a friend tomorrow for lunch. She is pretty housebound and in a wheelchair. I know she looks forward to it. Her husband is not very good to her. She is very sweet. He would be in trouble if he was dealing with me. I am wishing she would ask for some help, but I know fear is a big factor. It is enough to humble and make one grateful for their own life...
Enjoy the fall!!! Chilly this am..43 degrees. My heat kicked on..Probably A/C in the PM.
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good morning, it sure was chilly on our walk today , I am sure enjoying the fall weather. I did get my nails done after I got done with the hospital it felt good to get it done. No big plans for today. Aw Jan I feel sorry for your friend but at least she has you. Ed good luck with crabby pants. Jo you sure are getting a lot done. Hi vix and val2
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Good morning all.
37 and sunny, high of 68 expected today. Nice Fall day.
Sorry about your friend, Jan...does she have a social worker or home health worker? Might help.
Jo, you always seem to work too hard.
Ed...Mr. Crabbypants! Funny.
Irene, what fun to get your nails done.
Val...you always seem to work too hard too.
At least you both get out and do the fun things too.
I'm off to art class this morning. Working on a drawing.
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Howdy all y'all. It's thrilling Thursday! Another cool day here with no chance of precipitation. I already feel like a nap, but I think I can hold out until later.
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A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.
Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
All mushrooms are edible. Some, only once...
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Good morning;
I am almost finished cleaning, just a few more little things and I will be done until spring.
I did get out yesterday for a bit.
Sophie is still stuffy despite the Claritin. I am seeing a vet visit soon.
Jan-I am sorry for your friend. At least she can get away for a little while when you take her out.
Vix-cute cat cartoon. I am a morning person also.
Irene-do you have acrylic nails? Years ago I had them, but the upkeep was too much.
Ed-how is Mr. Crabbypants?
Val-I hope you are getting some me time with all the work you do.
Today is grocery shopping and out to dinner with hubby.
I have so enjoyed not going to work this week, even though I have been working at home with all my cleaning. Good honest work and no drama.
The morning have been chilly, but up in the high 60's in the afternoon. I love his kind of weather.
Have a great day!
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good morning, yes Jo I have acrylic I have had them for years every once in a while I take them off . Well today we have some one coming in to talk to us about a generator It will be so nice not to lose power all the time. Well trying to get Annie to take her pill this morning she doesn't want the chicken so I will have to try something else , Wow jo you sure got a lot done. Vix I am sure you enjoyed your art class. Hi val, jan and ed2
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Howdy all y'all. It's fabulous Friday! 60% chance of precipitation today with a high of 63. I may get out for some cat food. I HAVE to do that within a few days, for sure.
Mr. Crabbypants seems to be very active in the late evenings and early morning. He had eaten all but one tiny bite of his fruit (dried pineapple last night) and pretty much all of his chicken, Honey Vanilla Greek yogurt, and mealy worms. I am told that he and Clyde are still working things out but not chattering (crabbing) at each other quite so much, and, perhaps, a bit less trying to swipe at each other through the bars. I am not up late enough to witness this drama.
He was bouncing around his cage after I ate my breakfast, and I got a few dark, not very good, shots. Presenting Mr. Crabbypants!
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A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.
Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
All mushrooms are edible. Some, only once...
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Good morning all.
Ed, can't really see Mr. Crabbypants. Glad he seems to be settling in happily.
Good luck with the generator, Irene. I hope you find something else Annie likes besides the chicken.
Jo, I know it must feel wonderful to have all your cleaning done! Hope Sophie is feeling better. Have fun with your dinner out tonight. I love this weather too.
Currently 56 with a high of 67 and partly cloudy for today. Hoping to go for a walk in the park. Haven't done that in a while.
Happy Friday, everyone. 🎃
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Mr. Crabbypants has a name now!
His name is Remus.
Here are some better pictures of Remus.
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Aw, Remus is very cute.2
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Howdy all y'all. It's satisfying Saturday! I have to decide what to make for tonight's Halloween party and it doesn't have to be bake beans. LOL. It might be baked beans anyway, but I don't feel as obligated since it won't feature grilled burgers and hot dogs, so I could make some other sort of hot dish. There usually aren't nearly as many people at the Halloween party as at the summer pool parties. Remus was bouncing all around his part of the cage this morning, and may still be doing it. He is certainly an active little fellow in the mornings. No wonder he eats up all his food!
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A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.
Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
All mushrooms are edible. Some, only once...
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good morning, well we ordered generator it will be big enough to run the whole house so I am happy need to go Monday and start by getting permits ,it will be nice so when the power goes out it will just come on but it isn't cheap but worth the money .Well as soon as I got off the computer yesterday Annie took her meds but it not only cost me the chicken but she also eat a stick of cheese. Ed Remus is so cute take care everyone2
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Good morning.
Cloudy with a high of 63 today...supposed to rain tonight and tomorrow. No special plans for today.
Have fun at the Halloween party, Ed.
Congrats on ordering the generator, Irene. That will give you a lot of peace of mind.
Happy Saturday, everyone. 🎃
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Howdy all y'all. It's sumptuous Sunday! The party was great and I even got to spend a bit of time with some friends I had not seen in about a year, maybe more! As it turned out the main course was barbecue pulled pork. My baked beans would have been a perfect fit with that, but I didn't make baked beans, for once. LOL. People did enjoy my Spicy Cheesy Fiesta Hash Brown Casserole though and I got a recipe request from one new friend.
After chatting a while, he also wants to learn how to make shepherds pie and, perhaps, some general cooking methods and tips. He says he can make spaghetti sauce, mashed potatoes, and not a lot else. So I foresee a dinner visit or two, some time, with lessons on some general, non-recipe oriented, toss together dishes that he can easily prepare, along with the shepherds pie recipe. He can make the mashed potatoes for the topping of the shepherds pie!
I did warn him that the hash brown casserole is a party sized recipe. I can make a smaller version but I don't exactly cut all the ingredients by the same amounts when doing so. He says he would have to make the whole thing. Apparently he can follow a recipe, but isn't good at using a recipe as more of a guideline and mostly just winging it on the exact quantities and actual ingredients and such.
Here is my casserole from last night. It was a smaller party, maybe 36 people, and there was a lot of potato salad available too. About half my casserole was eaten. Guess what I had for breakfast?
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A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.
Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
All mushrooms are edible. Some, only once...
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